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Афиша Новосибирска | НГС · · Source

🇷🇺 Russia · נובוסיבירסק · Map

What kind of animal is this?

What kind of animal is this?

This is Khardzav. Despite the name, it is not a wolf, but a member of the hyena family. Lives in dry savannas and semi-deserts. It is active at dusk and at night, and during the day it hides from the heat in underground burrows.

The main dish on his menu is termites. In addition to them, the hornet eats other insects and their larvae, as well as small rodents, birds and bird eggs.

Interesting fact: during skirmishes with opponents, the mane on the back of Khardzab stands on end. This makes the animal appear larger and more threatening than it really is.

Video: Novosibirsk Zoo.

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