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 males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Can lions swim?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Can the female lion roar?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do lions move around during the day?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions communicate well?
When do young lions become independent?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions attack elephants?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What are lions breeding habits?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions territorial?
How do lions kill their prey?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What are lions breeding habits?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
Are cheetahs solitary animals?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions have enemies?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What does a Serval look like?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
How fast can hyaena run?
Where can I find hippos in Kruger National Park?
What do Vervet Monkeys eat?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Is the leopard a solitary animal?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
What is an Eland?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
How can I identify a Brown Hyena?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is a Klipspringer?
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