The spotted hyena is a species of hyena native to Sub-Saharan Africa. The spotted hyena is the largest member of the Hyaenidae, and is further physically distinguished from other species by its vaguely bear-like build, its rounded ears, its less prominent mane, its spotted pelt, its more dual purposed dentition, its fewer nipples and the presence of a pseudo-penis in the female. It is the only mammalian species to lack an external vaginal opening.
Similar species: Carnivorans
By Claire Hamilton
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Uploaded Sep 2, 2013. Captured in N2, South Africa.
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Firstly, this hyena was actually in a sanctuary so there was a nice big fence between us. I used a long lens to get between the wires.
Secondly, she was actually standing next to another fence which I really could not get rid of, so I cut her out and put her over another photo I had that had a better background. She is actually right on top of a white tiger!!! Posted 12 years ago