7 Animals That Hunt Mighty Hyenas

Saurav Gupta

Lions

Lions are apex predators and often compete with hyenas for prey and territory. Both species are known for their intense rivalry in the wild.

Crocodiles

Near water sources, crocodiles can be a danger to hyenas that come to drink or scavenge. Crocodiles are powerful ambush predators.

Leopards

Leopards are solitary hunters and may target hyenas, especially cubs, as potential prey. They are agile climbers, giving them an advantage.

African Wild Dogs

African wild dogs are skilled hunters that may compete with hyenas for resources. They are known for their teamwork and stamina.

Cheetahs

Although cheetahs are not known to directly confront hyenas, they may lose their kills to hyenas due to the latter's scavenging behavior.

Large Eagles

In some cases, large eagles like martial eagles may pose a threat to hyena cubs. These powerful birds can target vulnerable young animals.

Wolves

In areas with high carnivore diversity, hyenas may face competition and occasional conflicts with other large carnivores such as wolves or dholes.