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What is the scientific name for the spotted hyena?

The scientific name for the spotted hyena is Crocuta crocuta.
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Are spotted hyenas endangered?
Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?
What do spotted hyenas eat?
Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?

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