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Aardwolf: Physical Description

The aardwolf is slightly larger than a jackal or a fox and has long, slender legs and a long neck. Its sloping back is not as pronounced as in the three other hyaena species. The background colour of the body varies from yellowish-white to rufous. The throat and underparts are paler and can reach a… Continue reading Aardwolf: Physical Description

Published April 9, 2026
Categorized as Aardwolf (Proteles cristata), Physical Description, The Living Hyaenas

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