Killer IQ: Lion vs. Hyena

Lions and spotted hyenas may be South Africa's apex predators, but to animal behaviorist Kevin Richardson, these fearsome carnivores are among his best friends. See how this relationship plays a key role in a groundbreaking project led by some of the world's top wildlife biologists: a series of remarkable experiments designed to measure both species' social intelligence. Observe the different ways lions and hyenas approach and solve problems, and how they rely on cooperation to succeed and survive in their natural environment.

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Episode Guide

  • Four hyenas investigating a puzzle box.

    Predator Challenge

    A mirror, some lion urine, and two-dimensional cutouts of prey are used to put teams of lions and hyenas to the test.

  • A male lion tugging at a piece of a puzzle box.

    Predator Games

    Unravel the mysteries of spotted hyena and lion behavior in the first of a series of social intelligence tests.

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