What is hiena?

Hyenas are carnivorous mammals belonging to the family Hyaenidae. They are known for their scavenging behavior and powerful jaws, which can crush bones with ease. There are four species of hyenas: the spotted hyena, the striped hyena, the brown hyena, and the aardwolf.

Spotted hyenas are the largest and most well-known of the hyena species. They are highly social animals that live in clans led by a dominant female. They are skilled hunters and can take down large prey such as wildebeest and zebras.

Striped hyenas are smaller than spotted hyenas and have a more solitary lifestyle. They are primarily scavengers and often feed on carrion left behind by other predators.

Brown hyenas are found in southern Africa and are primarily scavengers, but they will also hunt small to medium-sized prey.

Aardwolves are the smallest of the hyena species and primarily feed on insects, particularly termites. They are nocturnal and have a specialized diet compared to other hyenas.

Hyenas have a reputation for being scavengers, but they are also skilled hunters and play an important role in maintaining ecosystem balance. They have powerful jaws and teeth that allow them to break into bones to access the marrow inside. Additionally, hyenas are known for their distinctive vocalizations, including whoops, cackles, and groans, which they use to communicate with each other within their clan.