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?

Where can you find spotted hyenas in Kruger National Park?

What do spotted hyenas eat?

Can you hear spotted hyenas laughing?

Are spotted hyenas social animals?

How do spotted hyenas hunt?

Are spotted hyenas dangerous to humans?

How can you tell the difference between male and female spotted hyenas?

What is the gestation period for spotted hyenas?

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What is an impala?

May I feed the animals in Kruger Park?

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Do Blue wildebeest migrate?

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What is the gestation period of the Lesser Bushbaby?

Do other predators prey upon leopard?

Can visitors go on walking safaris to see mammals in Kruger National Park?

How large is the average lion pride?

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Are porcupines dangerous to humans?

Why do leopards hang their prey in trees?

What do Klipspringers eat?

What are the major physical features of the Vervet Monkey?

Are impalas endangered?

Do lions communicate well?

What is the normal life span of a lion?

Where can I find Klipspringers in Kruger National Park?

Are Aardwolves social animals?

How do leopards manage to get very heavy prey into a tree?

Do Hyaenas run in packs?

How often do female lions produce cubs?

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