Hyenas inherit power from mothers, but it's a privilege they pay dearly for, finds 30-year study

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Jun 26, 2023, 2:17 pm97 pts
In some monarchies, inherited power offers a ladder that can be ascended to absolute authority—be it through diplomacy, ruthlessness, or the passing of time. But in hyena monarchies, inherited power is a slippery downward slide. A study from the Max Planck Institute of Animal Behavior examined hyena societies…

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