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 scavenge?
When do young lions become independent?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Can the female lion roar?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Can lions swim?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions communicate well?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Can lions climb trees?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How do lions kill their prey?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are lions territorial?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are lions cannibalistic?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions have enemies?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
It is said that baboons could kill a leopard. Is this true?
Do lions move around during the day?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
How often do elephants give birth?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
Do leopards returns to the prey left in a tree?
What do Honey Badgers eat?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
Can porcupines shoot their quills?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What is a Honey Badger?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Are spotted hyenas social animals?
What are some fun facts about Elephants?
Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?
What do porcupines eat?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
Can lions swim?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
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