Travel Guide
Yes, there are hyenas in Serengeti! The park is home to one of the largest populations of spotted hyenas in Africa, with estimates suggesting over 7,500 individuals live within the Serengeti ecosystem.
The spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) is the most common hyena species in the Serengeti. Despite their reputation as scavengers, spotted hyenas are actually skilled hunters that kill up to 95% of the food they eat.
Hyenas can be found throughout the Serengeti, but they are particularly common in:
One of the most fascinating dynamics in the Serengeti is the rivalry between hyenas and lions. Both species compete for similar prey, and confrontations are common. Hyenas often steal kills from cheetahs and leopards, and even challenge lions in large numbers.
Hyenas are most active during cooler hours - early morning and late evening. Night game drives (where permitted) offer excellent opportunities to observe hyena behavior.
The Serengeti is estimated to have the largest lion population in Africa, with over 3,000 individuals.
The Serengeti is home to approximately 1,000 leopards, making it one of the best places in Africa to spot these elusive...
The Serengeti is home to approximately 500-1,000 cheetahs, making it one of the best places in Africa to spot these magn...
The Serengeti National Park does not have gorillas. Gorillas are found in the equatorial forests of Central and East Afr...