Hyenas Information – Hyaenidae (original) (raw)
Hyenas in Africa’s bush have left a rich history, both strange and mythological. From the crafty scavengers of folklore to the ne’er-do-wells of modern movies, their image has evolved throughout time. By taking us on a journey from the Egyptian desert to Hollywood film studios, this work seeks to debunk any preconceptions that may occur while uncovering the reality about…
At first glance, hyenas and dogs don’t have much in common. For starters, hyenas are more closely related to cats, and they’re opportunistic feeders and scavengers, while domestic dogs are primarily carnivores and descended from wolves. But there’s more to hyenas than their lacking Disney portrayal and memorable laugh. These guys are excellent, fearless hunters who steal food from other…
Lions are the apex predators in the African savanna and as such, have little to fear from other animals. However, there is one exception to this rule – the hyena. Hyenas are much smaller than lions, but they are tenacious predators in their own right and are more than capable of taking down a lion. In addition, hyenas often form…
The hyena is a family of feliform carnivoran mammals. The hyena family includes four extant genera and three extinct genera. The four living species are the spotted hyena, the striped hyena, the brown hyena, and the aardwolf. The spotted hyena is the most common and best known of the hyenas, although the striped hyena is more common in North Africa…
The striped hyena is a species of mammalian carnivore that is native to North and East Africa, the Middle East, the Caucasus, Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Although the striped hyena is commonly known as a scavenger, it is also an active predator of small to medium-sized animals. The striped hyena is the largest member of the Hyaenidae family,…
A hyena is a member of the family Hyaenidae, which also includes the aardwolf and the brown hyena. Hyenas are known for their scavenging habits and their eerie howls. But what you may not know about hyenas is that they are actually a hybrid species. Hyenas are the result of a cross between two different species of canids, the African…
Spotted hyena pups are born blind and deaf, and must rely on their mother’s care for survival. For the first few weeks of life, they are very vulnerable and their mother must protect them from predators. During this time, they will make a high-pitched noise that sounds like a cry. As they grow older and become more independent, they will…
Do hyenas sacrifice themselves? This is a question that has puzzled scientists for years. While many animals will go to great lengths to avoid being killed, hyenas seem to have no such fear. In fact, they will often put themselves in harm’s way in order to help their pack mates. So why do hyenas sacrifice themselves? One theory is that…
Hyenas are known for their scavenging habits, but they are also proficient hunters. Their hunting prowess is aided by their fast reflexes, which help them to take down prey much larger than themselves. Hyenas are members of the family Hyaenidae, which includes four species of hyena: the spotted hyena, the striped hyena, the brown hyena, and the aardwolf. All four…
Do foxes make hyena sounds? This is a question that has been asked by many people, and it is one that has been debated by experts for years. There are many different opinion on this topic, and there is no clear answer. However, there are a few things that we do know about foxes and their vocalizations. First of all,…