Welcome to Survival of the Fittest, where we speak about a variety of animals going head to head to see who would win in this intense battle. Whether the animals are natural competitors, allies, or found across the globe, all of their skills will be put to the test to see who can take home the crown. We’re your guides, Alex and Miles, and we know that everyone wants to know who will win. From speed to strength, Survival of the Fittest goes extremely in depth into all the nitty gritty. So join us for the next intense battle to crown the next animal champion.
May 11 2025
Welcome back to Survival of the Fittest. In today’s matchup, we have a battle between the Gray Wolf, and the Spotted Hyena.
Although each species is found in separate regions of the world with the Gray Wolf being found primarily in the Americas, and the Hyena in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Middle East, they have very similar traits.
Before we jump into battle, let’s compare some important features when debating whether a Gray Wolf or a Spotted Hyena would win in a battle. Each animal is fierce in their own unique way. While the Gray Wolf has teeth and jaws adapted for eating meat of prey like Deer and Rabbits, the Spotted Hyena has the jaws for a much wider range of prey, and has teeth that can crush bones.
When comparing the size of both the Gray Wolf and the Spotted Hyena, although they have slightly different builds, the Gray Wolf is slightly larger in size but also slightly lighter than the Spotted Hyena who is smaller yet heavier.
While both the Wolf and Hyena are carnivorous and social animals, the Hyena has a higher top speed and biting power relative to the Wolf, as Hyenas are more closely related to felines. Hyenas also create screaming like noises to intimidate their opponent.
However, this doesn’t completely discount the Gray Wolf’s abilities as it’s generally more agile. With all these considered, let’s put them to battle!
This perilous battle starts off with a scream from the Hyena attempting to intimidate the Wolf, but it’s ineffective. Then, there are a flurry of attacks from the spotted hyena. However, the Gray Wolf makes quick work of these attacks and dodges and defends them effortlessly. Next, the Gray Wolf retaliates and wraps around with a quick snap at the Hyenas rear left leg. It then pins the Hyena to the ground and swiftly ends the battle with a strike to the throat.
The key for the Gray Wolf’s success lies in its ability to out last and overpower the Hyena. Its greater stamina and overall size, despite the Hyena’s quicker movements, make the Gray Wolf victorious.
