Jambo 🐺 Mammals
Spotted hyena
Crocuta crocuta
Photo : Charles J. Sharp, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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KrugerUncommon
Masai MaraUncommon
AmboseliUncommon
TsavoUncommon
Points25 and up
Far from being a mere scavenger, it hunts most of its own prey.
Tracker tip
🎯 Dens near the roads are often occupied: the cubs come out in the late afternoon.
Where to see it
Kruger : uncommon · Masai Mara : uncommon · Amboseli : uncommon · Tsavo : uncommon
In the collections
It belongs to the Ugly Five (the savannah's unloved). Complete the collection in Jambo Tembo to earn a bonus.
FAQ
Where can I see a spotted hyena on safari?
The spotted hyena lives in all four parks covered by Jambo Tembo. It's easiest to spot in Kruger and Masai Mara and Amboseli and Tsavo (uncommon).
How do I recognise a spotted hyena?
Far from being a mere scavenger, it hunts most of its own prey. With Jambo Tembo, one photo is enough: the AI recognises it (Crocuta crocuta) offline.