What animal have ostriches been mistaken for when they vocalize?

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Ostriches generally live together in groups of about ten, led by a dominant male and a dominant female. The dominant male defends the territory. His warning call is loud and deep. From far away, it can be mistaken for a lion's roar. Ostriches also hiss to show their disapproval.