Hyenas (IMAGE)

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Hyenas

Caption

A study has revealed that long-distance hyena calls feature signatures unique to individuals — a form of caller ID distinct enough that hyenas can likely tell one from another.

Credit

Eli Strauss

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