They help keep Africa’s ecosystem healthy by hunting and cleaning up the remains of dead animals. Striped hyena The striped hyena is believed to be smaller and less social than the spotted hyena.
The plains of the Mara echo with the squeals and greeting whoops of this much maligned animal ... wild hyena clan from the comfort of your own home, streamed live from the wilds of Africa.
Some neighbours came and identified the animal as a hyena, which under certain conditions can attack humans. "I was shocked and stayed far away. I've heard hyenas are dangerous and can kill people ...
Only four species of hyenas remain: spotted, striped, brown, and aardwolf. These species have adapted to survive in diverse environments across Africa and Asia. The largest and most social hyena ...