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The Striped Hyena

The Striped Hyena is an interesting creature with dark gray or brown fur, decorated with striking black stripes. They sport a ruff of long hair that runs from the top of its head to its tail, which they can puff up when they are excited or scared. Striped Hyenas are unmistakable with their sloping back, pointy ears and a snout full of powerful teeth! Adding to its peculiar looks, it has heart-shaped pupils and brush-like fur on its tail.

Striped Hyena - Animal Matchup
Striped Hyena
Size2.3-2.8 feet (70-85 cm) at the shoulder
Weight55-120 pounds (25-55 kg)
SpeedSpeed: 30 mph (48 km/hr)
Key StrengthPowerful jaws and sharp teeth for crushing bones
Biggest WeaknessNot as fast or agile as other predators
Scientific NameHyaena hyaena
FamilyHyaenidae
HabitatDeserts, savannas, and forests
GeographyAfrica, the Middle East, and South Asia
DietOmnivorous, feeding on small mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, and carrion
Lifespan12 years - 25 years
Striped Hyena - Animal Matchup

The Striped Hyena

The Striped Hyena is an interesting creature with dark gray or brown fur, decorated with striking black stripes. They sport a ruff of long hair that runs from the top of its head to its tail, which they can puff up when they are excited or scared. Striped Hyenas are unmistakable with their sloping back, pointy ears and a snout full of powerful teeth! Adding to its peculiar looks, it has heart-shaped pupils and brush-like fur on its tail.

Fun Fact: Did you know that Striped Hyenas have incredibly strong jaws that can crunch through bones, shells, and even teeth?

Striped Hyena
Size2.3-2.8 feet (70-85 cm) at the shoulder
Weight55-120 pounds (25-55 kg)
SpeedSpeed: 30 mph (48 km/hr)
Key StrengthPowerful jaws and sharp teeth for crushing bones
Biggest WeaknessNot as fast or agile as other predators
Scientific NameHyaena hyaena
FamilyHyaenidae
HabitatDeserts, savannas, and forests
GeographyAfrica, the Middle East, and South Asia
DietOmnivorous, feeding on small mammals, birds, reptiles, insects, and carrion
Lifespan12 years - 25 years

Striped Hyena Matchups

We use AI to simulate matchups between the Striped Hyena and other animals. Our simulation considers size, strength, and natural predatory behaviors to determine the most likely outcome.

Striped Hyena vs Aardwolf

Fun Fact: Incredibly, Striped Hyenas have a snout so powerful, they can smell their dinner from miles away!

Fun Fact: Unlike wolves or dogs, when Striped Hyenas run, they tend to move both the legs on one side at the same time – kind of like a really fast rabbit hop!