Spotted Hyena Returns To Egypt

Spotted hyena found in Egypt for 1st time in 5,000 years — then trackers killed it with a pickup truck
Researchers documented the first spotted hyena in Egypt for 5,000 years after it was hit with a pickup truck for killing goats.
Spotted Hyena Seen in Egypt for First Time in 5,000 Years
"My first reaction was disbelief until I checked the photos and videos of the remains," said ecologist Adbullah Nagy.
A Spotted Hyena Became The First To Visit Egypt In 5,000 Years, Then It Got Shot
A spotted hyena embarked on a lengthy and unexpected journey when it traveled to southeastern Egypt, marking the first time these animals have been seen here in around 5,000 years. The hyena was traveling alone, and regrettably met its end 30 kilometers (18.6 miles) from the Sudan border when it was shot.
Shocking Scientists: Spotted Hyena Found in Egypt for the First Time in 5,000 Years
Climatic conditions, shifts in livestock grazing, and human activities in the region may have contributed to a doomed journey. A spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) has been spotted in southeastern Egypt for the first time in thousands of years,
Mystery in Egypt as animal not seen for 5,000 years spotted for first time
Scientists in Egypt have been left shocked after finding a species that hadn't been seen in the country for 5,000 years. The creature, a spotted hyena, was found in southeastern Egypt, prompting amazement from researchers.
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Ancient predator found in Egypt after 5,000-year absence
Unprecedented sighting of a spotted hyena in Egypt after thousands of years: what this means for the changing ecosystem and ...
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The spotted hyena is a common dog–like carnivore found on the dry open plains of the Masai Mara and much of sub–Saharan Africa. Dark spots cover yellow–brown fur and their long muscular ...
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For The First Time In 5,000 Years, A Spotted Hyena Was Seen In Egypt
For the first time in 5,000 years, a spotted hyena was found in southeastern Egypt. The lone animal was caught […] The post ...
Spotted hyena found in Egypt for the first time in 5,000 years
A spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) has been found in South Eastern Egypt, the first recorded instance of the creature in this ...
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Spotted hyena found in Egypt for first time in 5,000 years
The sighting may be due to a rare weather phenomenon which could have opened up a migration corridor for the hyena.