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There are 3. Spotted, striped and brown. There is also the aardwolf, which is very similar to the striped hyena. It's also in the same family as the hyena.

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What are the three species of a hyena?

Spotted hyena, brown hyena, striped hyena and aardwolf


What are all the species of hyena's?

The following hyenas are the extant (living) species of hyena.-Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta)-Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena)-Brown Hyena (Hyaena brunnea)-Aardwolf (Proteles cristata)


How many variations of the hyena are there?

There are four main species of hyenas: the spotted hyena, the striped hyena, the brown hyena, and the aardwolf. Each species has distinct characteristics and habitats, with the spotted hyena being the most well-known for its social behavior and complex pack dynamics. The aardwolf, while part of the hyena family, primarily feeds on insects, particularly termites, setting it apart from its more carnivorous relatives.


What is hyenas species?

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What species is the hyena in?

Hyenas are in the family Hyaenidae; there are multiple hyena species across three distinct genera within this family.


What are the names of the two species of hyena found in South Africa?

the spotted and the brown hyena


How many bones do hyenas have?

Hyenas typically have around 200 bones in their bodies, similar to other mammals. The exact number can vary slightly depending on the species and individual variations. Hyenas belong to the family Hyaenidae, which includes several species, such as the spotted hyena, striped hyena, and brown hyena.


Are there other species of hyena?

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How many types of Hyena are there?

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What is the scientific name for hyenas?

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What do you when you cross a hyena with a parrot?

The species are incompatible and cannot interbreed.