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
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Can lions climb trees?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
When do young lions become independent?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions scavenge?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
How do lions kill their prey?
What are lions breeding habits?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions attack elephants?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is a Honey Badger?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Suni endangered?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
What does a Serval eat?
What do impalas eat?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How long do Honey Badgers live?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
Do Hyaenas have the strongest jaws?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What is the lifespan of an impala?
How do lions kill their prey?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
How far can cheetah run at top speed?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
How long do Suni live?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Do lions move around during the day?
How big do Serval get?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do baboons migrate?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
What do Mountain Reedbucks eat?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Are Thick Tailed Bushbabies territorial and to they actively defend their territory?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
Do baboons have a specific leader and how is dominance established?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
What do Suni eat?
Are hippos dangerous?
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