Two Hyena Cubs Waiting by the Den

By: Limpopo-Lipadi | Date: Nov 28, 2024 | Reserve

On a recent drive through Limpopo-Lipadi, we had the pleasure of spotting two young hyena cubs near their den. Well-camouflaged in the tall, dry grass, they were patiently waiting for their mother to return from hunting and scavenging for food.

Hyena cubs are born with their eyes open and a full set of teeth, making them feisty from the start. In this case, the larger cub – a female – was clearly in charge, dominating most of the interactions with her sibling. Female hyenas are larger and more dominant than males, even from a young age, and it showed in how the cubs played and interacted.

It’s fascinating to observe these early signs of the social hierarchy that hyenas are known for. The cubs stayed close to the den, keeping a watchful eye for their mother to come back.

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Photo: Cornelie de Jong

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