Spotted Hyena (Crocuta crocuta)

[Spalea]

Beverly Joubert: " Cast against the orange glow of an African sunset, the outline of a spotted hyena is unmistakable. Although they are often labelled as lowly scavengers, these predators are more than capable of hunting for their meals. Spotted hyena clans are highly organised and communication is key. In addition to their iconic cackle, hyenas have a wide repertoire of complex vocalisations that they use to maintain social order in the clan. When they work together, these tenacious hunters can bring down prey many times their own size. As darkness set in, this lone male emerged to begin his nightly search for food. In a harsh landscape where survival is reserved for the resilient, few animals show more mettle than Africa’s spotted hyenas. "

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