THE BROWN HYÆNA.[67]
The Brown Hyæna, or “Strand-Wolf” of the Cape colonists, is tolerably common in South Africa, though far less so than the spotted species. It is a smaller animal than the latter, its usual height at the shoulder being about two feet four inches, its length, including the tail, four feet ten inches, the tail itself being about a foot in length.
Its general colour is reddish-grey, brindled with brown and black stripes or spots. Theextremities are yellowish, with deep black transverse bands. The tail is black, with red hairs towards the tip.
As to habits, there is really nothing to add to what has already been said with regard to the Spotted Hyæna, except that it is especially common at the sea-side, and feeds a good deal on dead bodies thrown upon the shore. It only dares to attack flocks when very hungry.
STRIPED HYÆNAS AND JACKALS.❏LARGER IMAGE
STRIPED HYÆNAS AND JACKALS.
❏LARGER IMAGE