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The striped hyena is the smallest of the true hyenas, endemic to parts of Africa and Asia.

Though primarily a scavenger, large specimens have been known to kill their own prey. The striped hyena is a monogamous animal, with both males and females assisting one another in raising their cubs. A nocturnal animal, the striped hyena typically only emerges in complete darkness, and is quick to return to its lair before sunrise. Although it has a habit of feigning death when attacked, it has been known to stand its ground against larger predators in disputes over food.