Hyaenidae Collection

Spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta), cubs together by den, Masai-Mara Game Reserve, Kenya

Spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) hunting Lesser flamingoes (Phoenicopterus minor) Lake Nakuru, Kenya

Three Spotted hyenas (Crocuta crocuta) fighting over meat from a nearby carcass with flock of White-backed vultures (Gyps africanus) watching in background, Mana Pools National Park, Zimbabwe

A Striped Hyaena standing on a platform in its enclosure at London Zoo
3066192 A Striped Hyaena standing on a platform in its enclosure at London Zoo, June 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Two Striped Hyaena cubs at London Zoo, c. 1914 (b / w photo)
1762500 Two Striped Hyaena cubs at London Zoo, c.1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Keeper Charles Dixon holding up a baby hyaena at London Zoo, 1919 (b / w photo)
1220082 Keeper Charles Dixon holding up a baby hyaena at London Zoo, 1919 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

African hunting dogs (Lycaon pictus) pack mobbing a Spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta). Hyenas follow the dogs and attempt to steal their kills, so the dogs harass them whenever they get a chance

Two Lionesses (Panthera leo) trying to defend kill from large pack of Spotted hyaenas (Crocuta crocuta) Masai-Mara game reserve, Kenya

Spotted Hyaena at Kousant waterhole. Occurs in sub-Saharan Africa excluding rain forest; absent from southern areas of
ASW-4736 Spotted Hyaena at Kousant waterhole. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa. Crocuta crocuta Alan J. S

Hyena, Aberdare National Park, Kenya

Spotted Hyenas -Crocuta crocuta- in the dry grass, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Spotted Hyena -Crocuta crocuta- walking through dry grass, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Spotted Hyena -Crocuta crocuta- standing in dry grass, Etosha National Park, Namibia

Spotted Hyena -Crocuta crocuta- in the Ngorongoro Crater, Ngorongoro Conservation Area, Tanzania

Spotted Hyena or Laughing Hyena -Crocuta crocuta-, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Spotted Hyenas -Crocuta crocuta-, Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Kalahari Desert, Northern Cape, South Africa, Africa

Spotted Hyena or Laughing Hyena -Crocuta crocuta-, Serengeti, Tanzania, Africa

Skull of a Hyena (Hyaenidae), side view

Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena), illustration
Zoology - Hyaenidae - Striped Hyena (Hyaena hyaena), illustration

Plate 4 in Reliquiae Diluvianae (1823)
Compares the jaw of a modern Cape hyena (top) with the larger jaws of the extinct hyena species found at Kirkdale Cave

Ipswichian interglacial
Possible scene in Trafalgar Square, London, during the Ipswichian interglacial period (135, 000-70, 000 years before present) with hyena, elephant, hippopotamus, and lion

Aardwolf (Proteles cristatus) Walking on grass D1 2784

Spotted Hyaena cooling off at Kousant waterhole. Occurs in sub-Saharan Africa excluding rain forest; absent
ASW-4735 Spotted Hyaena cooling off at Kousant waterhole. Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Northern Cape, South Africa. Crocuta crocuta Alan J. S

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The hyaenidae family, consisting of various species such as the Spotted hyena and Striped Hyaena, showcases the fascinating behaviors and characteristics of these unique creatures. In the Masai-Mara Game Reserve in Kenya, a heartwarming sight unfolds as adorable Spotted hyena cubs gather together by their den, showcasing their strong familial bonds. Meanwhile, at Lake Nakuru, another side of these cunning predators is revealed as a Spotted hyena hunts Lesser flamingoes with precision and agility. In Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe, a fierce battle for survival ensues between three hungry Spotted hyenas fighting over meat from a nearby carcass. The intense scene is observed by watchful White-backed vultures perched in the background. At London Zoo, visitors are treated to an up-close encounter with a Striped Hyaena standing on a platform within its enclosure while two playful Striped Hyaena cubs captivate audiences with their charm. Looking back into history through black-and-white photographs from 1914 and 1919 at London Zoo reveals Keeper Charles Dixon holding up an adorable baby hyaena—a testament to our long-standing fascination with these enigmatic creatures. Even centuries ago, they were subjects of study and admiration; depicted in ancient manuscripts like "Treatise on Hyena" which explored their nature and properties. Interactions between different animal species also shed light on the complex dynamics of African ecosystems. A pack of African hunting dogs mobbing a lone Spotted hyena highlights the intricate relationships among predators competing for resources. Similarly, two Lionesses valiantly defend their kill against a large pack of relentless Spotted hyenas—showcasing both strength and determination. From Aberdare National Park in Kenya to Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in South Africa's Northern Cape region, sightings of these majestic creatures continue to inspire awe among wildlife enthusiasts worldwide.