1) Of the three different species of hyena in the world (the spotted, brown and striped hyena), the spotted hyena is the largest and most common hyena. They can grow up to 65 inches in length and 91 inches in height. Spotted hyena's can also weigh up to 121lbs.
2) These amazing animals inhabit savannahs, grasslands, woodlands and forest edges across sub-Saharan Africa. But they stay away from coastal regions and are usually the largest predator in there natural environment.
3) Spotted hyenas often hunt in groups and can take down big animals such as wildebeest, antelope, zebras and young hippos. Smaller snacks on their menu include birds, fish, snakes, lizards and insects, too.
4) They have a sandy, ginger-colored coat with black markings on their body and legs. They sport a cool, short mane on their neck and shoulders, too!
5) Famed scavengers, these cool carnivores have a reputation for eating the leftovers of other predators. But don’t be fooled, they’re super-skilled predators themselves! In fact, they hunt and kill most of their food.
