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 have a social hierarchy?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
When is the best time for spotting lion?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions attack elephants?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
Do lions have enemies?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions often become man eaters?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Do lions communicate well?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions hide during rainy weather?
Is lion cub mortality high?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
When do young lions become independent?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
How do lions kill their prey?
Are lions territorial?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Why do some males have black manes?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Can lions swim?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
Can lions climb trees?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Do lions move around during the day?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
When do hyaenas hunt?
Do porcupines have any predators?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Are there black leopards in the Kruger Park?
How often do elephants give birth?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What threats do Brown Hyenas face?
Are Blue wildebeest endangered?
How fast can hyaena run?
What is a Blue wildebeest?
How much does an African Elephant weigh?
How is the prey of a cheetah caught and killed?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Are there any nocturnal mammals in Kruger National Park?
Do lions scavenge?
What is the breeding season for impalas?
Are hippos dangerous?
How fast can Blue wildebeest run?
Can the female lion roar?
Are Aardwolves endangered?
Are cheetahs often robbed of their kill?
What do Elands eat?
What does a Thick Tailed Bushbaby eat?
Are Suni social animals?
How do Vervet Monkeys communicate and are they aggressive?
To what diseases are baboons susceptible?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Are impalas endangered?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
Are cheetahs dangerous to man?
Are leopards very susceptible to disease?
What is a Mountain Reedbuck?
What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
What do Elands look like?
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