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 lions attack elephants?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do lions scavenge?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Do lions communicate well?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Can lions swim?
How large is the average lion pride?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When do young lions become independent?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Do lions have enemies?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Are lions territorial?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Do lions eat carrion?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do Aardwolves have any predators?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
Are Porcupines rodents?
Are Klipspringers endangered?
Why do some males have black manes?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What should I do if I encounter a dangerous mammal in Kruger National Park?
When do hyaenas hunt?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
Can lions swim?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How big do Serval get?
Why do African Elephants have wrinkles?
What is a Suni?
How big do Klipspringers get?
How big can hippos get?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Can the leopard be a danger to humans?
What kind of sounds do cheetahs make?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
What are the pangolin's scales made of?
Do lions attack elephants?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
When is the best time to see mammals in Kruger National Park?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
Are Suni social animals?
What do impalas eat?
Can you swim with hippos in Kruger National Park?
What is the life span of a lesser bushbaby?
Can I see Brown Hyenas on a Kruger Park safari?
Can Aardwolves be kept as pets?
Do you want to test your knowledge on the animals of the Kruger National Park?