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Are hyenas common in the Maasai Mara?

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Yes. Spotted hyenas are among the most common predators in the reserve. They play a critical ecological role as both hunters and scavengers. Hyena clans can contain dozens of individuals and are often seen around den sites, hunting prey, or interacting with other predators. Their…

Yes. Spotted hyenas are among the most common predators in the reserve. They play a critical ecological role as both hunters and scavengers. Hyena clans can contain dozens of individuals and are often seen around den sites, hunting prey, or interacting with other predators. Their intelligence, social complexity, and hunting abilities make them fascinating animals to observe.