First things first- Hyenas are not scavengers. At least, they are not obligate scavengers. Such labeling is misleading, as it gives us erroneous ideas about their lifestyle. Hyaenas are predators, like all predators, they hate hunting. read more
Intelligence: Hyenas have a highly developed frontal cortex, the part of the brain where higher order thinking comes from, they are better problem solvers than chimpanzees , and they can solve problems collectively using only sign language and gestures. As if you didn't have enough reasons to hate them. read more
The hyena has many adaptations that allow it to survive in the grasslands, such as a set of powerful jaws, a strong digestive system and keen senses. For instance, the hyena uses its keen hearing to listen for other kills that it can scavenge. read more
The spotted hyena has a lot of adaptations they laugh when they are being chased or attacked. The spotted hyena has very powerful jaws that can crunch large bones. read more