Why Namibia’s Strandwolves Are Disappearing

“Strandwolf” is another name given to the brown hyenas on Namibia’s Skeleton Coast. This wild, dry stretch of shoreline is an extreme place to live, but it suits hyenas perfectly. Or it did – until now. ↠Subscribe: The seal colonies which brown hyenas feed on are gradually disappearing. As the ocean warms up, algae poison the water and there are fewer fish for seals to eat. What does this mean for the future of Namibia’s hyena clans? We follow Tosca the strandwolf to find out. For more insights on the natural world and our changing planet, join us every week for a brand-new video. Sign up for notifications to make sure you never miss out!
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