Have you ever wondered which animal would win in a fight: kangaroo vs lion? If you didn’t already know, a Kangal is a breed of dog that was bred to protect its farmland and humans from large predators, including lions! But does that mean the kangaroo dogs will actually win the fight with the lions and they will live to tell the story?
In this article, we will hypothesize and reason whether a kangaroo would win a fight with a lion. We’ll take a look at the strength and power of the two animals, including whether there’s any existing evidence that there’s already been a victor. Place your bets now and let’s take a closer look at our two warriors: the majestic lion and the fearsome Kangal dog!
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| Kangal | lion | |
|---|---|---|
| size | 30-32 inches tall; 90-145 lbs | 40-48 inches tall; 200-400 lbs |
| speed | 35 MPH at all times | Short 50 MPH |
| offensive skills | 743 PSI bite, impressive agility and a muscular body. Obey the command and be able to command the attack. | 650 PSI bite force, massive body and weight, and sharp claws. Mouth and teeth are larger compared to Kangal. |
| defensive skills | Its impressive speed and agility may have helped it avoid attacks. Thick fur can also provide some protection. | Thick fur and skin may provide some barrier against harm. |
Key Differences Between Kangaroo and Lion: Who Will Win?
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There are many key differences between kangaroos and lions, but it is these differences that ultimately lead to the lion winning the fight against the kangaroo. This is mainly due to the size differences of these animals as well as their offensive skills. Although the Kangal is one of the largest guard dog breeds, it is still half the size of the average lion. Also, lions have sharp claws and larger jaws compared to kangaroos. However, kangaroos do have a stronger bite and agility than the average lion.
Let us now understand all these differences in more detail. Maybe you’ll consider how this imaginary battle could have turned out differently!
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Kangal vs Lion: Size
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One of the main advantages of kangaroos and lions fighting is the huge size difference between them. Kangal is a giant dog, but not as big as the average lion. Even female lions are almost twice the size of the largest Kangals – but how big are we talking about?
Lions range in height from at least 40-48 inches, while kangaroos are only 30-32 inches tall. Also, depending on the lion’s sex, you won’t find one weighing less than 200-400 lbs, and the Kangal maxes out at 90-145 lbs. On the strength of sheer size and musculature alone, the Lion will win the Kangal in this category.
Kangal vs Lion: Speed and Agility
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One of the main ways in which a Kangal might win a fight with a lion is through its speed and agility. Even in this case, however, the statistics are not in favor of Kangal dogs. Kangal dogs can easily run at an average speed of 35 miles per hour, while lions have shown bursts of up to 50 miles per hour. However, this is not something the Lions can sustain for very long.
When you consider the size and agility of the two animals, the Kangal is probably more agile than the average lion. Given their background in traversing farmland and protecting wayward livestock and cattle, kangaroos have an advanced way of navigating their environment. The average lion may lack these skills and cannot run very fast for very long.
In terms of a combination of agility and speed, Kangal will likely win the lion, especially when it comes to evading fights!
Kangal vs Lion: Offensive Skills
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As you may or may not have guessed, there appears to be a clear winner in the offensive skill category. While the Kangal dog has an amazing bite force of 743 PSI, the average lion still possesses more attacking skills and abilities than the average dog. But what might some of those abilities be? Now let’s take a closer look!
You might be surprised, but the average lion’s bite force is only 650 PSI, which is much less than that of a kangaroo. However, lions have extremely sharp and powerful claws, as well as larger jaws and teeth compared to Kangal. If a lion really wants to attack and kill a kangaroo, it can do so without breaking a sweat.
This is why in a purely aggressive fight between a kangaroo and a lion, the lion will likely win every time. The bite strength of the Kangal is impressive though, especially compared to an animal as large as the average lion!
Kangal vs Lion: Defensive Tips
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The final category to compare between lions and kangaroos is their possible defensive techniques. During fights between these two animals, Kangal exhibited a number of defensive maneuvers, probably related to their agility and speed. However, given the lion’s thick fur and skin, it is also quite defensive.
Considering that few creatures actively attack lions, the average lion may be overwhelmed in a defensive position compared to the intelligent, adaptable Kangal. Also, defense and escape tactics might be the only way a Kangal canine survives a fight with a lion, so hopefully they know what to do in this situation!
It might be a toss-up, but the Kangals might indeed have the edge over the Lions when it comes to defensive skillsHowever, given their size and strength, lions beat kangaroos almost every time.
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