Lions use two roar types. Full roars reveal identity and show how regional accent differences support better lion surveys.

When a lion roars across the savannah, the sound can carry for miles, shaking air, grass, and bone alike. It’s the ultimate symbol of dominance. But to the delight of scientists and data geeks alike, ...

Lions are famous for a roar that can rattle windows and carry across the savanna, yet researchers now say the big cats have been hiding a vocal trick no one had clearly documented before. By listening ...

The roar of an African lion is one of the most iconic sounds of the animal kingdom. However, my new research suggests it should actually be separated into two distinct vocalisations: the full-throated ...

Scientists have discovered a whole new type of roar produced by African lions, indicating the big cat’s communication could be more complex than commonly believed. Researchers from the University of ...

Learn how scientists uncovered a second, overlooked lion roar — and why the finding could reshape efforts to track and protect the species. For decades, a lion’s roar was thought to be a single, ...

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A lion's roar is undeniably one of the most fearsome sounds across the entire animal kingdom. Now, it turns out these majestic creatures produce not just one, but two distinct types of roar. That's ...