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
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Are lions territorial?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
When do young lions become independent?
Do lions communicate well?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions have enemies?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Can lions climb trees?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Why do some males have black manes?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
How large is the average lion pride?
Do lions often become man eaters?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
How do elephants use their tusks?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
Can Serval be kept as pets?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What are the main physical features of the leopard?
How often do elephants give birth?
Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Are impalas endangered?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
Are porcupines dangerous to humans?
Do Suni have any predators?
Are Servals social animals?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is a Serval?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
What is the size of the spotted hyaenas territory?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Where can Suni be found in the Kruger National Park?
Can lions swim?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When do hyaenas hunt?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
Are Klipspringers easy to spot in Kruger National Park?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
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