Hyena Cub Behavior and Ecology

The video follows Sam as she observes a hyena mother and her cub, Kadiki. The cub is described as cute and dependent on its mother, who must keep herself fed to care for Kadiki. The video highlights the challenges hyenas face, such as scavenging for food and avoiding predators. Alarm calls from monkeys and baboons signal the presence of a leopard, but it moves away from the hyena den, ensuring the cub's safety.

What is the name of the hyena cub that Sam encounters?

• Kaya

• Kali

• Kadiki

• Kira

At what age do young hyena cubs typically start coming out of their den?

• Four months

• Three months

• Two months

• One month

How long will Kadiki be dependent on her mother for milk?

• Two years

• Three years

• Six months

• One year

How does the social structure of hyenas differ from that of lions?

• Hyenas have group suckling like lions

• Hyena mothers are solely responsible for their cubs

• Hyenas live in larger groups than lions

• Hyenas and lions have the same social structure

Why do hyena mothers need to scavenge from leopards and lions?

• To learn hunting skills

• To feed themselves and their cubs

• To protect their territory

• To find shelter

What is a significant challenge for the mother hyena when feeding her cub?

• Managing her energy levels

• Teaching the cub to hunt

• Avoiding other predators

• Finding a safe den

What happens when the mother hyena leaves the cub to find food?

• The cub is left alone and vulnerable

• The cub hides in a tree

• The cub is taken care of by other hyenas

• The cub follows her

What signals the presence of a predator near the hyena den?

• The sound of a lion's roar

• The movement of the grass

• Alarm calls from monkeys and baboons

• The smell of a predator

What type of predator appears near the hyena den?

• A wild dog

• A lion

• A leopard

• A cheetah

What direction does the leopard head after appearing near the den?

• Towards the river

• Into the trees

• Towards the den

• Away from the den