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Stiped Hyena - with mating season coat

Stiped Hyena - with mating season coat


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Stiped Hyena - with mating season coat

Stiped Hyena - with mating season coat (Hyaena hyaena). Ndutu area between Serengeti and Ngorongoro - Tanzania - Africa

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Coats Hyaena Hyena Mating Season Tanzania Wildlife Hyaenas


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In this photograph, a Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena) proudly displays its distinctive mating season coat in the Ndutu area between Serengeti and Ngorongoro in Tanzania, Africa. The Striped Hyena is the largest of the three hyena species, and this image showcases the animal's impressive size and power. During the mating season, Striped Hyenas develop a thick, shaggy coat that helps to camouflage them in the grassy savannas of East Africa. This coat not only provides protection from the elements but also serves as a signal to potential mates that the hyena is in good health and ready to breed. The Striped Hyena is a social mammal, living in clans that can number up to 80 individuals. They are opportunistic feeders, scavenging on the carcasses of other animals or hunting smaller prey such as impalas and warthogs. Hyenas are also known for their distinctive laugh-like vocalizations, which can be heard echoing across the African plains. The history of hyenas in Africa dates back to the Miocene epoch, over 15 million years ago. They have played an important role in the ecosystem, helping to keep the balance of the food chain by scavenging on the remains of larger animals and keeping populations of smaller herbivores in check. This photograph is a testament to the beauty and diversity of African wildlife, capturing the raw power and majesty of the Striped Hyena in its natural habitat. It is a reminder of the rich history and cultural significance of these magnificent creatures, and the importance of preserving their habitats for future generations to enjoy.

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