Animal Sounds of Botswana

Some of these sounds will surprise you!

Experience the Sounds of Botswana's Wildlife

Botswana is home to a diverse array of wildlife, each with its unique call. Listen to the sounds of some of Botswana's most iconic animals and learn about their vocalizations and interesting facts.

🦁
Lion
A lion's roar can be heard up to 8 kilometers away!
🐘
Elephant
Elephants can communicate over long distances using low-frequency sounds inaudible to humans.
🦛
Hippopotamus
Hippos can't actually swim or float! They move through the water by pushing off from the bottom.
🐆
Leopard
Leopards are excellent climbers and often drag their prey up trees to protect it from scavengers.
🦒
Giraffe
Giraffes were long thought to be silent, but they actually communicate using low-frequency humming at night.
🐊
Crocodile
Crocodiles have the strongest bite of any animal in the world, but the muscles to open their jaws are relatively weak.