Spotted Hyena

The spotted hyena, also known as the laughing hyena, is a hyena species, currently classed as the sole extant member of the genus Crocuta, native to sub-Saharan Africa. The spotted hyena displays greater plasticity in its hunting and foraging behaviour than other African carnivores; it hunts alone, in small parties of 2–5 individuals or in large groups. During a hunt, spotted hyenas often run through ungulate herds in order to select an individual to attack

Bite Force: 1100 PSI

Known For: scavengers

Strongest Type: spotted hyena

Average Size: 37 to 59 inches

Predators: lions, leopards, and crocodiles

Average Height: 29½ to 33 inches

Rarest Type: brown hyena

Breeds: feliform carnivoran mammals