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?
How do lions kill their prey?
Do lions eat carrion?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
Do lions often become man eaters?
Do lions scavenge?
Which habitat to lions prefer?
Do lions attack elephants?
Do the home ranges of lions overlap?
Is it true that lions usually mate over a two to three day period?
Do males often fight over females or in territorial disputes?
Can lions climb trees?
What are the biggest animals attacked by lion?
Do the female lions do most of the hunting?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
What are lions breeding habits?
How large is the average lion pride?
Is lion cub mortality high?
What causes a lion to become a man eater?
Is there a way that one lion or lioness could avoid aggression from another?
Do lions use specific strategy when they hunt?
Why do some males have black manes?
Do all male lions possess a mane?
Do female lions secure food for their cubs?
How long do African Lions sleep on average?
Do lions kill their prey quickly?
Does the male or the female lion initiate copulation?
What is the distribution of lions in the Kruger Park?
How much meat can a lion consume during one meal?
Are lions cannibalistic?
Do lions move around during the day?
How often do female lions produce cubs?
Why to male lions kill cubs that are not their own?
Do lions have enemies?
Does a pride of lions accept a stranger?
When do young lions become independent?
What are the preferred prey species of lion?
Are male lions more aggressive than females?
Will a lioness allow cubs other than her own to suckle?
What are the normal causes of death in lions?
More frequently asked questions on: Mammals
What are lions breeding habits?
What are the main physical features of the Lesser Bushbaby?
What do Suni eat?
Do Suni have any predators?
Where can I find Brown Hyenas in Kruger Park?
Do Giraffes sleep?
Are Aardwolves social animals?
What do Lesser Bushbabies eat?
What is the lifespan of a porcupine?
Do Thick Tailed Bushbabies demarcate their territory?
What are the leopards breeding habits?
Why do some males have black manes?
What is a Serval?
Where can Serval be found in the Kruger Park?
Where can Honey Badgers be found in the Kruger National Park?
Where can I find impalas in Kruger National Park?
Do Hyaenas run in packs?
What is the normal life span of a lion?
What is the biggest animal killed by hyaenas?
How fast can hyaena run?
How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?
What does the leopard diet consist of?
What do Brown Hyenas eat?
What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?
Do lions often become man eaters?
How fast can impalas run?
How many baboons are there in the Kruger Park?
Were lions ever found on continents other than Africa?
Are cheetahs territorial?
Where can I see Mountain Reedbucks in the Kruger Park?
Are Suni social animals?
Can the female lion roar?
Do porcupines have any predators?
What is the preferred habitat of the leopard?
Is there a dominance hierarchy amongst other members of a baboon troop?
What is an Aardwolf?
Are hippos dangerous?
What is the general behaviour of a Vervet Monkey?
Do baboons have a specific breeding time?
When do hyaenas hunt?
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