Apr 18, 2025
N. Lothungbeni HumtsoeLion
According to Hushcity Soundproofing, lions can roar up to 110 db, which can travel 5 miles away.
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Cicadas
One of the loudest insects, Cicadas, sing to attract mates, which can reach 135 db.
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Tiger Pistol Shrimp
With speckles of orange and brown, the unique Tiger Pistol Shrimp can produce a sound louder than a gun, reaching up to 200 db.
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Elephant
Elephants, the largest living land animals, can trumpet at up to 117 decibels to express excitement, distress, or anger.
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Blue Whale
The largest animal on earth, the Blue Whale, can whistle call up to 188 db, which travels 500 miles underwater.
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Greater Bulldog Bat
The loudest bat amongst the bats, the Greater Bulldog Bat, can make sounds up to 140 db.
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Howler Monkey
As the name suggests, the Howler Monkey, can howl up to 128 db, similar to an ambulance siren.
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Sperm whale
Although the blue whale is louder over long distances, the sperm whale holds the title of the loudest animal on Earth, producing clicking sounds that can reach up to 230 db.
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