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
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How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
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Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
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Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions communicate well?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
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How large is the average lion pride?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
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What speed can a lion reach when charging?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
How do Elephants Communicate?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are Elands dangerous?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
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Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
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What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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How much does an African Elephant weigh?
How many Brown Hyenas are there in Kruger Park?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do lions communicate well?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What type of habitat do spotted hyenas prefer?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
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