Brown Hyena or Strandwolf (Parahyaena brunnea)

[Ngala]

From AfriCat Namibia:
Brown hyaenas are non-seasonal breeders. The gestation period is 90 days and the average litter size is 3 cubs. Cubs are born in a separate den and the mothers move them to a communal den when they are 3 months old.

They are born blind; their eyes start to open at 8 days and are fully open by 14 days. Ears become erect at 28 days. Cubs begin to eat meat at 3 months but continue to nurse until 10 months old and are fully weaned at 15 months.

Due to increased camera trapping techniques, our AfriCat research team is picking up more & more Brown Hyaena activity. They are frequently seen by our Okonjima Lodge guides, whilst out on afternoon drives with clients.

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© Karen Codling

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