👉 Hyenas are a group of large carnivorous predators that inhabit much of Africa, Asia, and Australia. They are known for their distinctive black and white coats, sharp teeth, and powerful jaws. Hyenas are apex predators and hunt primarily for small mammals such as gazelles, wildebeests, and zebras. Some species of hyenas can reach speeds of up to 60 miles per hour (97 km/h) and have been known to kill their prey with a single strike