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Spotted Hyena

Crocuta crocuta

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Mammalia ›Order: Carnivora ›Family: Hyaenidae ›Genus: Crocuta

About

The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta), also known as the laughing hyena, is a species of hyena, currently classed as the sole member of the genus Crocuta, native to Sub-Saharan Africa. It is listed as being of least concern by the IUCN on account of its widespread range and large numbers estimated between 27,000 and 47,000 individuals. The species is, however, experiencing declines outside of protected areas due to habitat loss and poaching. The species may have...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Spotted Hyena?
The scientific name of Spotted Hyena is Crocuta crocuta.
What is the conservation status of Spotted Hyena?
The Spotted Hyena has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the class Mammalia.
What order does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the order Carnivora.
What family does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the family Hyaenidae.
What genus does Spotted Hyena belong to?
Spotted Hyena belongs to the genus Crocuta.