Hyenas can obtain as much as three-fourths of their prey by hunting, but they also scavenge the kills of other carnivores.A group of hyenas can displace any carnivore except lions from a kill.Which characteristic would be most useful to hyenas in both hunting their own prey and scavenging kills from other predators?

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Being adept at teamwork would be most useful to hyenas in both hunting their own prey and scavenging kills from other predators. Hyenas are known for their ability to work together and coordinate their efforts when hunting or scavenging. This allows them to take down larger prey than they could individually and also helps them to intimidate other predators away from kills. While the other options (territoriality, eyesight, speed/stamina, and ability to smell carrion) may also be helpful in certain situations, teamwork is the most important for hyenas in both hunting and scavenging.

Hyenas Can Obtain as Much as Three-Fourths of Their Prey