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
Can lions climb trees?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Can lions swim?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Do lions move around during the day?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions scavenge?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions communicate well?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Suni endangered?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are leopards territorial?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What is a Serval?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
Do lions eat carrion?
Are lions territorial?
What are some of the interesting facts about the impala found in the Kruger Park?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What does a Serval look like?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do baboons migrate?
What do porcupines eat?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby look like?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
How fast can cheetahs run?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What do Elands eat?
Are Suni social animals?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
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