“Why do hyenas laugh?” Paige, 9, Arizona

Sydney Mayers Large carnivore keeper, Smithsonian’s National Zoo There are four different species of hyena, but only spotted hyenas make laugh-like vocalizations, which are technically barks! These happen when an individual has made a kill, is defending its food, feels threatened, or has a surprise encounter with another group of hyenas or competitors, like lions. Do you have a question for an animal expert? Send it to hello@theweekjunior.com. Find out more about the Smithsonian’s National Zoo at nationalzoo.si.edu.…

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