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Picture No. 10880480
Spotted Hyena - at hippo kill (Crocuta crocuta) Date
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Carcass Carcasses Crocuta East Hippo Hippopotamus Hippopotamuses Hippos Hyeana Hyeanas Hyena Kill Maasai Mara Muddy Spotted
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Who said dinner couldn't be a messy affair? This hilarious snapshot captures the ultimate food fight between a hungry Spotted Hyena and its massive hippo kill. The expression on the hyena's face says it all - pure delight mixed with a touch of mischief! As it feasts on the carcass, covered in mud from head to toe, this wild scavenger proves that dining etiquette is overrated. Taken in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Park, this photo showcases nature at its most raw and unfiltered. It's a reminder that even in the animal kingdom, there are no table manners or fancy cutlery involved when satisfying one's hunger. The contrast between the sleek spotted coat of the hyena and the muddy mess surrounding it adds an extra layer of comicality to this already amusing scene. The photographer has perfectly captured both the intensity and absurdity of wildlife encounters. You can almost hear laughter echoing through the savannah as other animals watch this unconventional feast unfold. So next time you're worried about getting your hands dirty while eating, just remember - even hyenas know how to have fun with their food!
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