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Hyenas are highly adaptable animals that can thrive in a variety of habitats, from grasslands and savannas to deserts and mountains. They are opportunistic feeders and will eat almost anything, from carrion and insects to small and large mammals, including wildebeest, antelope, and even buffalo. | Hyenas are highly adaptable animals that can thrive in a variety of habitats, from grasslands and savannas to deserts and mountains. They are opportunistic feeders and will eat almost anything, from carrion and insects to small and large mammals, including wildebeest, antelope, and even buffalo. | ||
Unfortunately, hyenas face many threats, including habitat loss and fragmentation, persecution by humans, and competition with other animals. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the spotted hyena as a species of "Least Concern," but the other three species are all classified as "Vulnerable" or "Near Threatened." <sup>[citation needed]</sup> | Unfortunately, hyenas face many threats, including habitat loss and fragmentation, persecution by humans, and competition with other animals. The [[International Union for Conservation of Nature]] (IUCN) lists the spotted hyena as a species of "Least Concern," but the other three species are all classified as "Vulnerable" or "Near Threatened." <sup>[citation needed]</sup> | ||
To combat these threats and promote conservation efforts, International Hyena Day was established. The day is dedicated to educating people about the importance of hyenas in their ecosystem and dispelling the myths and misconceptions that surround these animals. | To combat these threats and promote conservation efforts, International Hyena Day was established. The day is dedicated to educating people about the importance of hyenas in their ecosystem and dispelling the myths and misconceptions that surround these animals. | ||