From its appearance, many would assume that the hyena is a relative of the coyote, the jackal, or even the domestic dog. After all, the hyena shares many similarities with these animals, as they are ...

Hyenas are one of the most misunderstood mammals in the wild. They are often seen as dim-witted scavengers who feast only on the carcasses left over by other predators. But in reality, these dog-like ...