Hyena Attacks Tourist Family!

A family of tourists visiting the Kruger National Park in South Africa were out for a walk when they were viciously attacked by a hyena. The mother was severely injured and lost her arm, while her husband and son were also injured but survived.

This tragic attack highlights the importance of being aware of your surroundings and taking necessary precautions while in wild areas. It is also a sobering reminder that no one is immune to animal attacks, no matter how safari-savvy you may think you are.

What can you do to reduce your chances of being attacked by a hyena or any other wild animal? Here are some tips:

*Always stay aware of your surroundings and be on the lookout for signs of danger.

*Do not approach or feed wild animals, as this can make them more aggressive.

*Make as much noise as possible when walking through areas where there may be predators, so as to scare them off.

*Be especially careful at night or during early morning/late evening hours when animals are most active.

*If you are travelling with children, keep them close by at all times.

Wild animals can be unpredictable and dangerous, so it is always best to take precautions when travelling in their territory. If you should find yourself in an unfortunate situation such as the one described above, remain calm and do not panic. Follow the instructions of park rangers or other authorities who will know how to best handle the situation.

Wild Hyena Photographed in National Park!

A wild hyena has been photographed for the first time in a national park in the United States!

The National Park Service released photos of the animal this week, saying that it was taken near the park's boundary with private land. Officials say they are not sure how long the animal has been visiting the park, but they are excited to have captured photos of it!

Hyenas are known for their intelligence and social behavior, and while they are usually found in Africa and Asia, they have also been spotted in North America before. They typically eat small prey such as antelope, gazelle, and wildebeest, but can also scavenge on larger kills.

Hailey Zimmer, a spokesperson for the National Park Service, said that officials were not aware of any previous sightings of hyenas in the park. "We are thrilled to have photographic evidence of their presence here!" she said.

Zimmer added that visitors to the park should remain alert and use caution if they encounter the animal, as they can be dangerous if threatened.

Oregon Zoo Welcomes New Hyena Cub!

The Oregon Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of a new hyena cub! The cub was born on May 3 and is the first offspring of parents Adia and Winston.

"So far, the cub is doing great," said Kem Desjardins, assistant curator of mammals at the Oregon Zoo. "Mom and dad are being great parents and are keeping their cub very close. We expect her to start venturing out a little more in the coming weeks."

Hyenas are social animals that live in clans of up to 80 individuals. The cub will eventually join a clan with other hyenas at the zoo.

"We're really looking forward to watching this little one grow up and interact with her family," Desjardins said.

The Oregon Zoo is home to six African spotted hyenas.

Hyena Named 'Ziggy' Wins Contest at Local Children's Museum!

Back in February, Ziggy the hyena won a naming contest at the Maryland Children's Museum. Ziggy was one of three finalists picked by the public from a group of ten potential names, and eventually emerged victorious!

The museum's marketing and communications manager, Christy Diller, commented on the victory: "We are thrilled that Ziggy has been named the winner of our Name That Hyena contest. This fun contest has generated a lot of excitement among our visitors and we know that Ziggy is going to be an excellent ambassador for the Maryland Zoo."

Visitors to the museum got to see Ziggy in person when he made an appearance as part of a special zookeeper talk. He even posed for some photos with his new name!

According to officials at the zoo, Ziggy was chosen as the winner because he is "a spunky hyena who loves to play". And it seems like his personality is already winning him fans – even kids who aren't typically into animals seem to love him!

If you're looking to visit Ziggy (and the rest of the Maryland Zoo's amazing animals), be sure to check out their website for more information.

Hyenas Could Soon Disappear From the Wild, Study Finds

A new study published in the journal PeerJ has found that the striped hyena (Hyaena hyaena) is close to extinction in the wild, with only 7,000 individuals remaining.

The study's authors warn that if current trends continue, the striped hyena could be extinct within 25 years.

The striped hyena is the most common carnivore in Africa, but its numbers have declined by more than 95% in the last century.

The main threats to the species include hunting, loss of habitat, and disease.

Striped hyenas are not currently listed as an endangered species, but the study's authors say they should be.