Hyena Outside a Savanna Den
A spotted hyena rests near the wide opening of its underground burrow on the open Serengeti savanna.
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Spotted Hyena near its Serengeti Den
A spotted hyena stands by the entrance of a den on the Serengeti savanna. Dens serve as vital social hubs for hyena clans, offering a safe shelter for young cubs while adult members roam the surrounding grasslands.
Communal Life in African Clans
Spotted hyenas live in complex social groups called clans, which are led by dominant females. Unlike many other predators, females are larger and more aggressive than males. Their famous vocalization, which sounds like human laughter, is actually a signal used to convey frustration, stress, or age status among pack members.
Natural Colors of the Spotted Hyena
- Spotted hyena coat: Sandy brown, yellowish tan, or gray
- Body spots: Dark brown to black markings
- Muzzle and lower legs: Dark charcoal or deep brown
- Savanna earth around den: Dusty yellow, tan, or light reddish soil
- Grassland vegetation: Pale dried straw or muted green