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
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
When do young lions become independent?
Is lion cub mortality high?
How do lions kill their prey?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
What are lions breeding habits?
Could vultures lead lions to a dead animal?
Do lions have a social hierarchy?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions have enemies?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
Why do some males have black manes?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Are lions cannibalistic?
What speed can a lion reach when charging?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Can the female lion roar?
Are the senses of a lion well developed?
Do lions scavenge?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Do lions move around during the day?
How large is the average lion pride?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
Do lions eat carrion?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
At what age are lions sexually mature?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
What is the purpose of roaring and when do lions roar?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Are lions sometimes injured by their prey?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Are young adults expelled from the pride?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Are lions territorial?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
Are Suni endangered?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Are Honey Badgers endangered?
Do they attack other predators?
Is there a specific breeding season, and how long is the gestation period of a cheetah?
Is it true that giraffes have blue tongues?
What are the predators of impalas in Kruger National Park?
How much does a leopard eat per day?
What do Klipspringers eat?
How long do Suni live?
Do Honey Badgers have any predators?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Where can Elands be found in Kruger National Park?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?
How fast can hyaena run?
What is the lifespan of a baboon?
What is the gestation period of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
Are Warthogs fast?
Are hippos dangerous?
What is the lifespan of a Serval?
Are there any conservation efforts in place to protect hippos in Kruger National Park?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Do porcupines have any predators?
How can I increase my chances of seeing mammals in Kruger National Park?
What is the potential life span of a leopard?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
Where can Blue wildebeest be found in the Kruger National Park?
Are lions territorial?
What is the general behaviour of a Thick Tailed Bushbaby?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
What is the size of the average lion litter?
Are there any predators that hunt Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?
Do Blue wildebeest migrate?
What are the main physical features of the cheetah?
What is the most dangerous animal in Africa?
What do Mountain Reedbucks look like?
What is the gestation period and life span of a Vervet Monkey?
Do lions scavenge?
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