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
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Can lions swim?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Can the female lion roar?
Can lions climb trees?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions have enemies?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions communicate well?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
When do young lions become independent?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Do lions move around during the day?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What do Suni eat?
What kind of mammals can be found in Kruger National Park?
Do Buffalo have good memories?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What do cheetahs eat?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
How often do elephants give birth?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Are Mountain Reedbucks endangered?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
What do impalas eat?
Are leopards territorial?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
What type of habitat do cheetahs prefer?
What do Klipspringers eat?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
How big do Serval get?
What is a Suni?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What do Blue wildebeest eat?
How do Thick Tailed Bushbabies communicate?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
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