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 swim?
Do lions eat carrion?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are lions cannibalistic?
When do young lions become independent?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions attack elephants?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have enemies?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions communicate well?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Why do some males have black manes?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
What are lions breeding habits?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Are lions territorial?
How do lions kill their prey?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Do they attack other predators?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How fast can impalas run?
How fast are cheetahs?
Do male baboons often kill each other in fights?
Are porcupines found in Kruger National Park?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
When do young lions become independent?
Are Servals social animals?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
Do lions kill only when they are hungry?
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
Are Vervet Monkeys intelligent?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
How big can hippos get?
How many cheetah are there in the Kruger Park?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Are Serval endangered?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are impalas endangered?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Do leopards mark their territories?
Do lions have enemies?
How long do Suni live?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do other predators prey upon leopard?
What do Elands eat?
Can cheetahs climb trees?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
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