How GPS collars & camera traps changed 'accepted wisdom' about male lions & hyenas

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What happened

New research challenges the long-held view of lion and hyena interactions.

Hyenas typically retreat from lions, while male lions often approach and follow them.

This study used GPS collars and direct observations to track these carnivores.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:31:52 UTC.

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