Hyena vs African Wild Dog
Who would win?
Hyena slight edge
| Hyena | African Wild Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| 64.4 | Power index | 53.3 |
| A | Tier | B |
| #26 | Rank | #91 |
| 75 kg | Weight | 25 kg |
| 1.45 m | Length | 1 m |
| 85 cm | Height | 70 cm |
| 50 km/h | Top speed | 68 km/h |
| — | Bite force | — |
| 21 years | Lifespan | 10 years |
Hyena wins this matchup 68% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (slight edge). It leads in 5 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from defense (53 vs 31). Its power index is 64.4 against 53.3 for the African Wild Dog.
Size matters here: a typical adult Hyena weighs about 75 kg (165 lb), roughly 3.0× the African Wild Dog's 25 kg.
The African Wild Dog's best chance is its agility (69 vs 61), plus abilities like Relentless Pursuit and Shearing Bite. It is a real edge, but not enough to overcome the gap everywhere else.
Who would win, Hyena or African Wild Dog?
Hyena. Hyena wins this matchup 68% of the time in the Animal Battle Stats model (slight edge). It leads in 5 of 6 battle stats, with the biggest swing coming from defense (53 vs 31). Its power index is 64.4 against 53.3 for the African Wild Dog.
Which is bigger, the Hyena or the African Wild Dog?
The Hyena (75 kg) is heavier than the African Wild Dog (25 kg).
Which is faster?
The African Wild Dog is faster, with a top speed of 68 km/h.
Odds come from the Animal Battle Stats model: six researched ratings, weighted, compared head to head. How it works