Hyaena Brunnea, commonly known as the brown hyena, is a fascinating and elusive species of hyena. It is distinguishable from its spotted and striped cousins by its brown and shaggy fur. The brown hyena is primarily found in southern Africa and is a solitary scavenger. Synonyms for Hyaena Brunnea include the brown hyaena, the strandwolf, the strandloper, the hyena wolf, and the Hottentot hyena. Despite being a less well-known species of hyena, the brown hyena is an important predator in its ecosystem, helping to control populations of smaller mammals and acting as a vital component of the food chain.