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Hyenas
With three species generally recognized, the hyena is a carnivorous, chiefly nocturnal mammal of the Old World family Hyaenidae. Although dog like in appearance, hyenas are more closely related to the cat family, Felidae, than to the dog family, Canidae.
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No hyenas do not have leaders. They walk in groups called clans.
Do female hyenas have male bits?
True hermaphrodite hyena do. Females with pseudo sheaths do not. And, yes the can and do bear youngsters.
What is a group of hyenas called?
A group of Hyena's are a clan or otherwise known as a cackle, which is a large group of relatives, friends, or associates. In this case the obvious relative is well actually the hyena are a family of their own, the Hyaenidae. They're more closely related to cats than dogs, but their closest relatives are the Herpestidae, mongooses, Meerkats and such. There are also four species of hyenas: the spotted, striped and brown hyenas and the aardwolf. The aardwolf eats only termites. The striped and brown hyenas scavenge more than the spotted hyena, and look different as well.
Yes, they do go in groups to take down their own prey. Individually they kill offspring too.
The word Hyena originates in the mid 14th century (1350 to 1400). It comes from Middle French hiene, from Latin hyaena and from Greek hyaina.
Are there any Laughing Hyena in Central New York?
no there are now wild hyenas in central new york. there might be some in a zoo though but im not sure.
Will hyenas kill and eat jaguars?
No, jaguars and hyenas live on different continents. They never meet in nature.
Why do spotted hyenas have spots?
The spots help them blend in with their surroundings and break up their outlines, making it easier to stalk up on prey.
Hyenas are in the family Hyaenidae; there are multiple hyena species across three distinct genera within this family.
Where do laughing hyenas live?
Africa, they could also live in other areas, it all depends on the type.
Do leopards hunt hyenas as prey?
No, leopards do not prey on hyenas but may kill them because they compete for some of the same food sources.
What are some inherited traits for spotted hyenas?
The color of the fur, the height, and how strong it is.
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