Scientists discover hyenas have a secret language of facial expressions and sounds that helps prevent fights from turning deadly

If you watch nature documentaries, they often paint the hyena as the ultimate villain of the animal kingdom, a cowardly, ...

Cheetahs hunt in daylight, but hulking hyenas can still force them off hard-won kills

A striking wildlife post gives cheetahs some overdue credit while also showing the brutal realities of life on the savanna.

Hyena vs wolf: Strength, intelligence, hunting ability and the fight for survival between two apex predators

Hyenas and wolves, though different, are intelligent carnivores relying on cooperation. Wolves are endurance specialists ...
Forbes

Research On Hyenas Shows How Social Ranks Can Leave Marks On DNA

Here’s how complex social dynamics in pack animals like hyenas may shed light on the deep-seated biological impact of rank and community in the animal kingdom. The evolution of pack behavior is a ...
Indiatimes

Did you know that hyenas are closer to cats than dogs?

Most individuals assume that hyenas belong to the same family as wild dogs due to their appearances and hunting behaviour, not realising that hyenas are considered closer to cats than any other dog ...
Phys.org

Hyenas inherit power from mothers, but it's a privilege they pay dearly for, finds 30-year study

In some monarchies, inherited power offers a ladder that can be ascended to absolute authority—be it through diplomacy, ruthlessness, or the passing of time. But in hyena monarchies, inherited power ...

The language of play: Hyenas use facial expressions and vocalizations to de-escalate

Scientists observed spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) playing in the wild and found that their precise, sophisticated ...