Hyena Quiz: How Much You Know About Hyena?

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Get ready to play an amazing Hyena Quiz. Hyena is an animal that is known for stealing the food of other animals. Hyenas may look simple, but there is something unique with their personalities. With only four extant species, Hyena is the fifth-smallest biological family in the Carnivora and one of the smallest in the class Mammalia. Let's see what more do you know about the interesting species of Hyena.

Questions and Answers

1.

This is Pike! She is a member of the royal family in the Happy Zebra Clan. Take a close look at her spots, then find her in the pictures below!
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
B. Mystery hyena 2
2.

Here is Pike's right side. (You may be wondering, "Which side is her 'good side'?" The answer is: "Both! She's gorgeous!") Can you spot Pike in the pictures below?
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
C. Mystery hyena 3
3.

They grow up so fast! This is Smooth Criminal, back when she was just a fluffy little cub. Can you spot Smooth Criminal as an adult?
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
B. Mystery hyena 2

Explanation
Smooth Criminal can be spotted as an adult by comparing her features to the three mystery hyenas. By examining the given image of Smooth Criminal as a cub, we can look for similarities in the adult hyenas' fur patterns, body shape, and facial features. After analyzing the options, it can be determined that Mystery hyena 2 closely resembles Smooth Criminal as an adult, making it the correct answer.

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4.

This is Ana. She lives in a beautiful territory along the Mara River in Kenya. Can you spot Ana in the pictures below?
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
C. Mystery hyena 3
5.

This is Momo! Here, Momo is trying to solve a puzzle to get food out of this box. Can you spot Momo's baby picture below?
- A.
  
  Mystery cub 1
- B.
  
  Mystery cub 2
- C.
  
  Mystery cub 3
Correct Answer
A. Mystery cub 1
6.

This is Ramone. Can you spot this proud mama hyena below?
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
A. Mystery hyena 1
7.

Our last hyena is Rocket. He has some beautiful spots! Can you find him below?
- A.
  
  Mystery hyena 1
- B.
  
  Mystery hyena 2
- C.
  
  Mystery hyena 3
Correct Answer
C. Mystery hyena 3

Explanation
The correct answer is Mystery hyena 3 because the question states that Rocket is the last hyena and the only hyena mentioned with a specific name. Since Mystery hyena 3 is the last one listed, it must be Rocket.

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8.

Which species of Hyena is this?
- A.
  
  Spotted Hyena
- B.
  
  Aardwolf
- C.
  
  Striped Hyena
- D.
  
  Brown Hyena
Correct Answer
C. Striped Hyena

Explanation
The striped hyena, native to North and East Africa, the Middle East, the Caucasus, Central Asia, and the Indian subcontinent, represents the sole surviving species within the Hyaena genus.

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9.

There are only __ extant species of Hyenas.
- A.
  
  4
- B.
  
  10
- C.
  
  24
- D.
  
  29
Correct Answer
A. 4

Explanation
The correct answer is 4. This means that there are only four extant species of Hyenas.

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10.

Hyenas are mostly found in the ______ ecosystem.
- A.
  
  Asian
- B.
  
  South American
- C.
  
  African
- D.
  
  West European
Correct Answer
C. African

Explanation
Hyenas are mostly found in the African ecosystem. This is because African ecosystems provide the ideal habitat and prey availability for hyenas. They are highly adaptable and can be found in various habitats within Africa, including savannahs, grasslands, woodlands, and even deserts. The African ecosystem offers a diverse range of prey species, such as wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles, which are a crucial food source for hyenas. Additionally, the climate and environmental conditions in Africa are well-suited for hyenas, allowing them to thrive in this particular ecosystem.

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Hyena Quiz: How Much You Know About Hyena?

This is Pike! She is a member of the royal family in the Happy Zebra Clan. Take a close look at her spots, then find her in the pictures below!

Here is Pike's right side. (You may be wondering, "Which side is her 'good side'?" The answer is: "Both! She's gorgeous!") Can you spot Pike in the pictures below?

They grow up so fast! This is Smooth Criminal, back when she was just a fluffy little cub. Can you spot Smooth Criminal as an adult?

This is Ana. She lives in a beautiful territory along the Mara River in Kenya. Can you spot Ana in the pictures below?

This is Momo! Here, Momo is trying to solve a puzzle to get food out of this box. Can you spot Momo's baby picture below?

This is Ramone. Can you spot this proud mama hyena below?

Our last hyena is Rocket. He has some beautiful spots! Can you find him below?

Which species of Hyena is this?

There are only __ extant species of Hyenas.

Hyenas are mostly found in the ______ ecosystem.