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, ...

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 ...

Mountain lions are known by many names: panthers, pumas, cougars, and catamounts, for example. However, there is one moniker that perfectly describes one of their more unusual characteristics: the ...

Did you know that sound can cause physical pain? It’s true — humans typically start to feel pain at around 110 decibels. When standing just a few feet away, a lion’s roar reaches about 114 decibels, ...

What are Africa’s big cats saying? Discover the meaning behind their roars, saws and chirps. Lions roar, leopards saw, and cheetahs chirp, but what are they really saying? "Big Cats Unleashed" decodes ...

Anastasia Scott is an Editorial Assistant at Discover Magazine. Her work focuses on bringing clarity and creativity to scientific ideas. View Full Profile. For decades, a lion’s roar was thought to be ...

Whether on a David Attenborough documentary or Disney film, you'll be familiar with the majestic sound of a lion's roar. But did you know scientists now think there are actually two different lion ...