GPS collars reveal secrets of the power struggle between lions and hyenas in the wild
New research using GPS collars has revealed that spotted hyenas consistently avoid lions, while male lions actively track and approach hyenas. This challenges the long-held assumption that hyenas primarily follow lions to scavenge for food.
Why it matters
Understanding these predator-prey dynamics provides critical insights into ecosystem behavior and the actual power structures between competing carnivores.
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