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The hyaena, often misunderstood and underestimated, is a fascinating carnivorous mammal native to Africa and parts of Asia. Belonging to the family Hyaenidae, there are four existing species: the spotted hyaena, striped hyaena, brown hyaena, and the aardwolf. Though dog-like in appearance, hyaenas are more closely related to cats and mongooses.

The spotted hyaena (Crocuta crocuta) is the most well-known and the largest of the species. It is highly social, living in complex clans dominated by females. These clans can include up to 80 individuals and display cooperative behavior, especially during hunts and territorial defense. Spotted hyaenas are powerful hunters, contrary to the myth that they are primarily scavengers. They hunt in groups, capable of taking down large prey such as wildebeests and zebras, thanks to their endurance, teamwork, and extremely strong jaws — among the most powerful in the animal kingdom.

Striped hyaenas (Hyaena hyaena) are more solitary and primarily scavengers, feeding on carrion, bones, and even garbage in human settlements. They are nocturnal and secretive, found across North Africa, the Middle East, and into India. The brown hyaena (Parahyaena brunnea) is mostly found in southern Africa and has shaggy dark fur. It also scavenges but can hunt small animals.

The aardwolf (Proteles cristatus), the smallest of the hyaenas, is a unique species that primarily feeds on termites. Unlike its relatives, it has weak jaws and teeth but a highly adapted tongue to lap up thousands of insects a night.

Hyaenas communicate through whoops, grunts, and laughs — the "laugh" being a high-pitched vocalization used especially by spotted hyaenas to express excitement or submission. Despite often being portrayed negatively in folklore and media, hyaenas play a crucial ecological role as scavengers and predators, maintaining balance in ecosystems. Intelligent, adaptable, and resilient, hyaenas are truly one of nature’s most underrated animals.


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