Striped Hyena At Dawn, Zone 9

A striped hyena (Hyaena hyaena) was photographed at dawn near a waterhole in Zone 9 (Kuwalji) — more commonly encountered in this gypsy-only buffer zone than anywhere in the core area.

Zone 9 sees minimal vehicle traffic. Dawn drives are essential — hyenas are primarily nocturnal but occasionally remain active at first light near overnight kills and water sources.

Zone: 9 (Kuwalji) | Access: Gypsy only