Problem
Threatened species of Hyaenidae
Other Names:
Threatened species of ProtelidaeThreatened species of Aardwolves
Threatened species of Hyaenas
Hyenas under threat of extinction
Nature:
Notwithstanding their low species diversity, hyaenas are unique and vital components of most African and some Asian ecosystems. Being large carnivores they clash with the interests of humans to a greater extent than do many other groups of animals. Perhaps the most important challenge facing the conservation of this group of animals is to overcome the very strong negative feelings many people have towards hyaenas.
Incidence:
The spotted hyaena is the most dependent of the family Hyaeidae on large conservation areas for its long term survival. Distribution and status surveys of hyaenas in many areas are badly needed to implement any kind of conservation management plan.
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Carnivora Narrower Problems:
Threatened species of HyaenaThreatened species of ProtelesThreatened species of Crocuta crocutaThreatened species of Proteles cristatus Strategies:
Conserving hyaenas Subject(s):
Birds, Mammals → CarnivoresSocietal Problems → Destruction
Societal Problems → Endangered species
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
23.09.2020 – 22:17 CEST