Spotted White Hyena
Basic Information
Anatomy
Hyenas have relatively short torsos and are fairly massive and wolf-like in build, but have lower hind quarters, high withers and their backs slope noticeably downward towards their rumps. The forelegs are high, while the hind legs are very short and their necks are thick and short. Their skulls superficially resemble those of large canids, but are much larger and heavier, with shorter facial portions.
Hyenas are digitigrade, with the fore and hind paws having four digits each and sporting bulging pawpads. Like canids, hyenas have short, blunt, non-retractable claws. Their pelage is sparse and coarse with poorly developed or absent underfur. Most species have a rich mane of long hair running from the withers or from the head.
Growth Rate & Stages
Hyena cubs are born with adult markings, closed eyes and small ears, and become adults around three years, although they begin hunting around eight months.
Ecology and Habitats
They enjoy long plains, warmth, and forests.
Dietary Needs and Habits
White spotted hyenas are both scavengers and hunters, commonly attackins great deers in packs, but also scavenging the preys of wild green wolves, or giant eagles.
Behaviour
White spotted hyenas are social animals, commonly living in great clans of up to a hundred individuals, where male individuals are always at the bottom of the hierarchy.
Additional Information
Perception and Sensory Capabilities
Spotted white hyenas have the ability to teleport for very short distances, allowing them to catch their prey easier.
Scientific Name
Hynax stap krol
Lifespan
Up to 25 years, but generally around 20.
Conservation Status
Endangered, protected
Average Height
Up to a meter
Average Weight
Up to 100 kg
Average Length
Up to 2m
Geographic Distribution
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