The efficient digestive system of spotted hyenas makes them able to utilize all parts of the animal’s body, except the fur, and, according to some studies, also hooves and horns.

Thanks to their powerful teeth, they can break even thick bones. A group of 20-30 spotted hyenas can completely consume a wildebeest, except for small remains, in 13 minutes. These animals eat an average of 1.5 to 3.8 kilograms of meat per day. However, having a large supply of food, they can devour 18 kilograms of meat in an hour.

Kleptoparasitism is also practiced by other animals, such as jackals, cheetahs, leopards, African wild dogs, and other hyenas. However, the most common food competitors for spotted hyenas are lions, and food theft happens both ways.