How Far Away Can You Hear a Lion’s Roar?

After reading this article about lions, something has been irking me for quite some time. Do they really eat their own young? Yes, I know the article doesn't bring it up, but in relation to it, I think it would be interesting to discuss regardless. After all, some animals do have strange behavior patterns, and in the case of eating their young, it's definitely no exception. Though I'm still not sure of the reasons why, I can assume it must be a way to show dominance or protect them from other predators.

Generally speaking, the second bullet point doesn't surprise me that much. Although lions can be very fierce when they're hungry, they also seem to be lazy animals, sleeping in trees and taking advantage of the hot sun. Adding onto that, considering how when they eat, they tend to eat such large portions of food, it's no wonder they sleep so much. I mean, when humans eat a lot of food, they sometimes feel the need to rest and take a nap. Now imagine how a lion must feel, consuming several pounds of raw meat.

Although lions are strong animals, I had no idea that there roars were so powerful. Not only does it show how more than often, we tend to underestimate animals, but in my opinion, it also shows how animals can use their many abilities to their advantage. For example, what if a lion heard a predator coming from afar, attempting to steal their latest catch? The lion could use their roar to scare the animal off, or even as a warning sign. Overall, the roar of a lion is very powerful, and it really shows why they're known as the king of the jungle.