Hyenas have the strongest jaws of any mammal, allowing them to crush bones and access the nutritious marrow inside.

Although known as scavengers, hyenas are also skilled hunters. They hunt in packs and can take down prey much larger than themselves.

Hyenas live in large groups called clans, which can consist of up to 80 individuals. The clans are led by dominant females.

As scavengers, hyenas play an important role in the ecosystem by cleaning up carcasses and preventing the spread of disease.

In hyena clans, females are larger and more dominant than males. They have the primary role in hunting and protecting the group.

Hyenas have excellent night vision, which makes them effective nocturnal hunters. They are most active during the night.