Aardwolf
Noun (ahr-dwuhlf)
Synonyms: hyena dog, Proteles cristata, earth wolf, maanhaar jackal
Nearby words: aardvark (ఆర్డ్వార్క్), aardwolf (ఆర్డ్వోల్ఫ్), Aaron (ఆరన్), abaca (అబాకా)
Antonyms: lion (సింహం), tiger (పులి), leopard (చిరుతపులి), cheetah (చీతా)
The aardwolf is a small, insectivorous mammal native to East and Southern Africa. It is a member of the hyena family but has distinct characteristics that set it apart. The name “aardwolf” translates to “earth wolf” in English, referring to its burrowing habits and hyena-like appearance.
The aardwolf is primarily nocturnal and feeds on termites, using its long, sticky tongue to extract them from their mounds. It has a specialized dentition that allows it to consume large quantities of termites without damaging its teeth.
Despite its name and resemblance to a hyena, the aardwolf is not a predator. It is a shy and solitary creature, avoiding confrontation whenever possible. When threatened, it will emit a series of high-pitched growls to deter predators.
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