In Garun Gawa, Nigeria, a spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) stands on arid, light brown soil

In Garun Gawa, Nigeria, a spotted hyena (Crocuta crocuta) stands on arid, light brown soil. The animal faces right with its head lowered, muzzle pointing towards the ground. Its fur is light brown, covered in irregular dark brown spots, with a slightly darker mane along its back. The muzzle is dark grey, and the prominent, upright ears are light grey. The ground is uneven, scattered with small debris, and a small red object is visible near the hyena's left hind leg. In the upper left background, a shallow puddle reflects indistinct vertical elements.