Aardwolf, smallest member of the hyena family, skeleton (Museum of Osteology) Hyenas or hyaenas (/ haɪˈiːnəz / hi-EE-nəz; from Ancient Greek ὕαινα, hýaina) [1] are feliform carnivoran mammals …

Jul 6, 2026 · Hyena, (family Hyaenidae), any of three species of coarse-furred, doglike carnivores found in Asia and Africa and noted for their scavenging habits. Hyenas have long forelegs and a powerful …

Hyena Profile A hyena is a prehistoric predator that has outlasted some of the most iconic monsters of the palaeolithic, survived the ice age, and was chasing humans out of caves for tens of thousands of …

The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta), also known as the laughing hyena, [3] is a hyena species, currently classed as the sole extant member of the genus Crocuta, native to sub-Saharan Africa. It is …

Sep 8, 2025 · Explore all 5 species of hyena, including one species recently discovered in 2021, and explore some of the most fascinating research, including a comparison of the brown and spotted …

4 days ago · Hyenas are neither cats nor dogs. While they possess features that lead to this common confusion and share more recent ancestry with cats, hyenas are classified in their own distinct family, …

Jun 22, 2026 · The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) is the largest and most social, forming complex clans across sub-Saharan Africa. The striped hyena (Hyaena hyaena) ranges from North Africa …

All three species of this predator — brown, striped, and spotted hyena — face threats. Learn more hyena facts and how AWF protects this African carnivore in its habitat.

May 27, 2024 · Hyena vocalizations are diverse: whoops, growls, and the famous "laugh" (notably in spotted hyenas) are used for communication over long distances. Striped and brown hyenas are well …

Dec 19, 2025 · There are several species of hyena found across Africa, including spotted, striped, and brown hyenas. Learn about their behavior, biology, and ecological role.