How far can the roar of a lion be heard?
In studies in the Kruger Park roars could be heard up to 4.5 km away, but the actual distance depends on the individual roaring as well as factors such as denseness of vegetation, wind force and direction and even the air humidity.
More frequently asked questions on the Lion
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Can lions swim?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Can the female lion roar?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How do lions kill their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions communicate well?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do lions scavenge?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are lions breeding habits?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Why do some males have black manes?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are there any endangered mammal species in Kruger National Park?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What do porcupines eat?
What is a Klipspringer?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How do lions kill their prey?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Can lions climb trees?
Are Porcupines rodents?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
Are Warthogs fast?
What is a Suni?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Can lions swim?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
How fast can Elands run?
How big can hippos get?
What do cheetahs eat?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions move around during the day?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
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