Meet the characters | Bongo, King of the Hyenas | The Lion Whisperer

The next episode in “Meet the Characters”, Kevin hangs out with the hyenas and introduces us to the pack. He talks us through the ranking and how they deal with injury. Have you ever wondered what a hyena smells like?
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[@JabberCT]

I've never seen hyenas being petted before or act loving towards a human. This was fascinating to me.

[@marcfranchise6089]

Man I think he raised them, these aren't wild hyenas, these hyenas are trained. Like a Lion or tiger at the zoo.

[@dejandjordjevic9327]

All of those animals are raised from the time thay were born and trained or this guy have some litle toy carries with him somebody calls that electroshocker...or whatever...This is not normal just wanna say.Dont be angry with me love all good people sorry for my bad english is not my primary...

[@praveenvasumanth]

He did hand-raise the. However he did not do that by establishing himself as human and by controlling them. He joined as one of them by obeying to their rules and by becoming one of them. That's why if any other human goes near them, they'll become their snacks. If they were made to be like pets, they would obey all humans. But it's not in this case

[@hopeyoung5482]

Beginning to think Kevin isn't human. 😉

[@Cashmere.Kufi_88]

@@marcfranchise6089 a lion or tiger at the zoo will still attack though..he probably raised the hyenas since day 1 but wouldn't be shocked if they turned on him one day

[@Seanonyoutube]

Kevin behind Bongo’s back: *_“he’s a violent tyrant who rules with an iron fist”_* Kevin in front of Bongo: *_“you’re a good king”_*

[@cyrusiithegreat2824]

Female Hyena Rule, Not Male.

[@Seanonyoutube]

@@cyrusiithegreat2824 if you say so

[@twvswd7601]

@@cyrusiithegreat2824 only male’s in this clan

[@repliedreplied5552]

@@cyrusiithegreat2824 stupy bum

[@farrenh]

@@Seanonyoutube He's right, where spotted hyenas are concerned. Females are bigger and stronger, and males are at the bottom of the pecking order in any mixed clan. I think this is a male-only clan

[@MegaSnow121]

Never seen hyenas like this before. Thank you for showing a different side of these unique animals. Love how they so obviously enjoy being petted.

[@LionWhispererTV]

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!

[@jaykay6387]

It's easy to see the "dog" in them, even though I'm pretty sure they are not going to become popular pets any time soon! Except for this guy!

[@brendanm6921]

@@jaykay6387 interestingly, they're more closely related to cats than they are to dogs. Yet as you said, they clearly resemble dogs. Nature is weird sometimes.

[@jaykay6387]

@@brendanm6921 Had no idea, but you are correct! They look nothing like Cats! Apparently, they have their own "family", not a part of either the Dog or Cat family, but as you say, more closely related to Cats. Wow, kind of shocked by that! Thanks for the info!

[@maevedaly9084]

@@jaykay6387they are most closely related to civets, mongoose, and meerkats

[@heretyk_1337]

"He rules with iron fist..." Few minutes later same tyrant puts his head against the thigh "Gimmie my head pats.."

[@exudeku]

even tyrants have their soft spots, like Stalin...to his daughter

[@julianmarco4185]

Really. You don't know tyrants. Often times it is display of power to keep the other tyrants in check. Look at Escobar and El Chapo. To the public they seem like crazy blood thirsty gangsters. But to their families they seem like loving fathers who act out of love and protection.

[@heretyk_1337]

@@julianmarco4185 enough tyrants rolled over my country, for me to pray from time to time for God to put me next to them for at least 30 seconds, uniterrupted. I don't need weapons- my teeth and nails are enough... I will do with my forhead alone, if needs be. Whatever of me would be price- life, health, limbs- as long as i stop those cunts from hurting the millions, that they have... So yes, i know a thing or two. It is not making me any less hateful toward them... But that is beside the point. Because both you and your predocessor have clearly overlooked the simple joke in my comment. It was not to be taken so seriously 😁 Telling me about monsters in human flesh here, is bit, like me joking about never going into the sea after watching shark video, and people jumping on me, telling me, that sharks won't attack me. Yes, i know that- so in summary: you two have taken my comment way to seriously 🤣 Let's enjoy watching animals, for what they are, and don't sully this place, talking about human garbage, that is not even worth pissing on. We ought to move to some history channel for that, if anything

[@flathfalso7806]

@@heretyk_1337 Bruh

[@yannaedc5934]

Iron Head Pats.

[@andri3012]

All these animals think that Kevin goes around talking to himself

[@knightstalkerak2523]

😂 and they love him so much more for it!! He is an amazing person💕

[@cookiedee8473]

😂💓

[@sergiotheg13]

They think hes "special" so they are nice to him LOL

[@bridge4]

lolol

[@brandyquick6437]

Its healthy talking to yourself. I do it all the time ..I rather talk to myself& animals not people.

[@ben-lg1zy]

Bongo like "why tf yall ain't tell me kev was here" lmaoo

[@wadeg2059]

They aint eatin tonight pimp

[@BlootusWealth]

9:50 perfect.

[@jtl9945]

@@BlootusWealth good look bro lololololol

[@mastershake8018]

@@BlootusWealth dead. fucking dead.

[@edgarcruz1067]

@@timkiely3386

[@JamesTKirk-vs4bb]

This guy is great. He understands the animals. He gives them space to be what they are. He truly has a passion for what he does.

[@pasteldreams5413]

Indeed. People should do this with all animals. Speak their language, because they can't speak our's.

[@vladdracul5072]

@@pasteldreams5413 Well, they can learn to understand some of our language(s) by associating a meaning to a word just by the sound of it, like humans do. They just can't vocalize it.

[@bugrilyus]

He is an animsl behaviourist

[@JackPool-lq8ux]

He’s like the Mario to Joe Exotic’s Wario

[@vladdracul5072]

@@dezertfox3681 I can believe that. Pity that it's the humans who don't understand them.

[@jowatson6750]

I never thought before that hyenas could be so cute.

[@LionWhispererTV]

Aren't they just! 😊

[@Ichigo19861]

I never thought I'd be captivated by a hyaena smiling

[@yoginc]

Well they laugh too...so....

[@plynwow]

All I saw was my pitbulls face, their smiles are similar lol!

[@godzillaboe8897]

Yeah but if a hyena laughs, it's not a good sign, as far as I know that means that they feel frustrated or threatened by other hyena. But maybe I'm wrong lol

[@barbaravance6774]

@john doughh Actually he is right. Kevin say exactly that in his videos. Watch his other Hyena videos. The giggle sound means they are stressed.

[@barbaravance6774]

@@godzillaboe8897 Yes, it means they're 'stressed" .he says it in Meet the Hyena pt.2

[@joaff1525]

Bongo: King of the hyenas Kevin: King of our hearts

[@marzimms5662]

Did you realise that's a Taylor Swift song !?!? 💟

[@marzimms5662]

@Egikam Satanic! Lol ! Well that escalated quickly!

[@yz9138]

Setuju

[@catboydoctor]

wrong. Tika owns my heart

[@orangutancoochie6213]

*Tika: king of our hearts

[@ayemjake]

Kevin: We come in and greet them with extreme care Hyenas: Look it's the scratchy guy! Yay we get some lovey rubs today!

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

Not just anyone could do what Kevin does. He has established himself as part of the clan if you or I tried this we'd be torn to shreds by the hyena's.

[@vladdracul5072]

@@BladeRunner-td8be I don't think they'd be aggressive as long as strangers keep at a distance, unless they see us as a threat or, when they are hungry, as food. However, to build up this kind of familiarity with them would require not only much time but also an ability to understand the animals that the overwhelming majority of humans simply don't have.

[@alyr5348]

"Lukey will follow me around 'cause it's fun to follow Kev" Hahahhaha that's cute

[@TymeTraveling777]

😂😂😂👍🏽

[@iskiinthefastlane]

That’s an awesome profile pic

[@alflurin]

The chemistry is amazing. I didn't realize hyenas could be so caring towards a human. Thanks for that.

[@darkescobar13]

I forget where, but apparently there's a city where during the day hyenas wander the city and don't attack humans. At night as well. If humans leave their settlement and wander into the wild at night they will attack but if humans stay out of their territory they are non-aggressive. Pretty fascinating beasts.

[@alflurin]

@@darkescobar13 That's really considerate of them. Thanks of letting me know this. Have a good day. Cheers

[@alflurin]

@Hans You're right. I guess it is our nature. We assume that every animal works like us. Thankfully, they don't.

[@lucksykan1127]

@@alflurin The humand and wild animals share a gene, they see us like an alpha/father or most likely a kind parent. I don't know why, but that is

[@BeyondEcho95]

It's all about mutual respect and cooperation. I watch a man who works with minks and hunts with them and it's not even about domestication persay, it's about I trust you, you trust me, and together we work together and help one another. I just adore animals.

[@mc_dgames]

2:59 He Was Absolutely LOVING That Scratch Lol!

[@californiaviation]

Theyre like dogs love to get scratch

[@rodrigoemanuel8088]

A hyena's bite even when playing must be no joke .

[@NeoCreo1]

I remember him saying once that he has had his arms broken a few times during play

[@crazyc3558]

Yeh but if you look closely you will see the sharp tips of There teeth had been filed down or cut off!

[@mageofdoomsie1598]

Liam Crawford dude he’s already explained why the teeth are “dull”. The older ones have more worn down teeth and he shows us the difference between the youngest hyenas he has versus the older ones. That happens in every species including humans

[@zeronova1484]

@@crazyc3558, Weak bait. 0/10

[@crazyc3558]

@@mageofdoomsie1598 yeh there's wearing down an the points of There teeth perfectly cut #sorrynotsorry

[@Bixbeat]

I really like how these videos aren't just "look at these cool animals", but also inform you about their social structure, daily lives, habits, character traits, and background. It's particularly interesting to me that even within a single clan there are subtleties in where each individual can stay. Keep up the good work!

[@LionWhispererTV]

Thanks Alex, appreciate your comment! 🐾

[@beinghuman5135]

@@LionWhispererTV Hey Kevin, I wish you would someday visit Gir national park, Gujrat, India - only place in the world with Asiatic Lions!

[@sahmad9910]

I guess the first step towards a meaningful relationship is not to be afraid.

[@DZY2X]

One hundred percent correct

[@MikeCCO]

Hard to pretend, hard to enact

[@ChainsawGutsFuck]

Or fix things through violence, as King Bongo does

[@fiveish77]

That and respect

[@flowerofash4439]

its hard to not be afraid of a creature who can eat raw thick bones like a chips

[@tinamartin1267]

It’s so sweet how Bongo enjoys your attention and rubbings with his head rested on you lap 😉😊❤️

[@runarjans1849]

Who's a good boy?

[@HelenaRedgrave]

Kevin: * Meticulously explaining Hyena behavior and hierarchy * Tika: :)

[@SupportMensMentalHealth]

I know hyenas have a bad rap but they are quite adorable, I love their ears, so expressive

[@LionWhispererTV]

They're incredible animals! 🐾

[@dhruveshpatel1109]

His knowledge of their behavior is outstanding.

[@britthay19]

I know right!

[@onewithmanyfingers]

Body language

[@needlessToo]

@Andrew Smith Animals have more respect than you.

[@RL-]

"Your idiots"

[@raynechantel2738]

@Andrew Smith "you are" contracted is you're. If you are (you're) going to insult someone, try using the English language correctly. On another note, you are correct these are wild animals (although raised from birth or a young age) and their behavior can never fully be predicted. I don't understand where you got the idea anyone thinks this is a Disney movie.

[@dedrat5775]

I find it amazing how he can tell them apart immediately! They all look pretty much the same to me!! lol. Great video. Very enjoyable.

[@Medhusalem]

@Adam Indeed, Hyena lives matter

[@briandesjardins728]

just one of those things. like meg has a small cowlick on her right ear and amy doesnt

[@nigelfarage4119]

Your confusing this video with the one on African Tribes

[@thisguy1397]

Racist. 😁👌

[@jimmyp9105]

Bigot lol

[@user-wr9xm4zq2r]

“You’ve got a lovely family, you’re a good king” oh my gosh that is so freaking sweet

[@vickyg6182]

I never knew that the “happy hyena” smile from being petted could be so endearing

[@badbadnotgoodgoodgodnotbad2930]

Fantastic insight into the hierarchy. More hyena content would be great

[@Ascylian]

satsiwat They most likely if they have females that they are in a different pen as the hierarchy is female first then male which means they males probably wouldnt be fed too well.

[@gerragotheallidile]

@@Ascylian If the alpha female dies and she has only male cubs, one of the male cubs will eventually take over as the alpha.

[@RubenRyb66]

If a female was around those hyenas would tear him apart.

[@kareemford992]

@@gerragotheallidile actually the next 2nd adult female(most likely a sister)would be next in line. Hyena clans are dominated by the females. Males are on the outskirts of the clan and only used for breeding

[@gerragotheallidile]

@@kareemford992 I see

[@cherryblossom7120]

I remember when animal planet had a show called growing up in the early 2000s, I saw bongo and tika when they were little furballs, and when they were first introduced to the Male hyena clan, it's amazing how big they gotten, WOW!

[@Keira-zm8qw]

That's amazing

[@littlewolftaxidermy6141]

I had the dvd of that!

[@oliverkalamata2753]

Translation: I've known them longer than you!!!

[@oliverkalamata2753]

@@dgas5904 bro.... you're missing the point of my text

[@thelunaticfrenzy2957]

@@dgas5904 He was making a joke LOL

[@sillybilly666]

I watched a documentary about a man who dedicates his life and entire fortune to saving rhinos from the horn poachers. He has dozens on his preserve, and the way he interacts with those gentle tanks shows that they're really similar to cows and other farm animals. They're incredibly sweet, curious, and docile creatures. The way you interact with these hyenas reminds me of that. Bravo sir, I respect your work. You're showing the gentle side to an animal most of us would associate with a wild ravenous beast that kills anything it sees. Which is obviously far from the truth. Great video.

[@ariesluv]

That exactly what wild animals will do. It's just a matter of time.

[@ikigai47]

That is NOT 'far from the truth.' That is the truth

[@channelname4331]

One piece fan I see

[@pixelmaster98]

what's the name of the documentary?

[@foxxinrox]

@@ikigai47 yeah, Rhinos will literally vibe check anything. They're legally blind and to compensate they see anything that moves as a threat.

[@mischabe3]

How can he tell the hyenas apart? Watching Kevin with wild animals helps me forget the woes of the mad world out there.

[@kevincraig1287]

Never new how beautiful hyenas were until you showed us mr. Richardson...thanx

[@johnsmith1474]

Your aesthetic sense is bizarre. They are disgusting, disproportionate, gross, and rough. A fine natural creature build to kill, but you have to be delusional to thing they are beautiful. You are dishonest at best.

[@kevincraig1287]

@@johnsmith1474 i understand its in your nature to kill but the natural human of this earth know that animals are just as entitled to this earth as we humans so why continue to kill? I love animals and think all creatures are wonderful. The beautiful thing about opinions is that we all have one personal to our beliefs...even so no one opinion matters...not even mines so instead of spreading negativity, agree to disagree and move on dickhead 😁😂💯

[@riot2136]

John Smith bro who hurt you? Bad day at work or something?

[@mytightis2tight390]

Joe Dirt 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂underrated!!!

[@Thleta]

@@johnsmith1474 I find their aesthetic incredibly impressive and handsome. Yes, beautiful even.

[@aceofspades4930]

Bongo is the brawn and Tika is the brains what a team

[@michaelkyalo7944]

Ironically In Swahili bongo means brain. I'm guessing it's Swahili since for some reason people name wild animals in Swahili

[@aceofspades4930]

@@michaelkyalo7944 hah that is ironic. People tend to name wild animals in the language of where they originate from and Swahili is one of the most well known languages in Africa so I guess it was easier for Kevin to find a name in Swahili.

[@NessaWyvern]

and Kev is the giver of scratches :P

[@Allexstrasza]

@@michaelkyalo7944 Probably some other reason as to why his name is Bongo. Compare it to Vince who is named after the painter because of his missing ear for example..

[@brandonsavitski]

Bongo died. He was mauled to death by a Lion.

[@dradamov]

These hyenas look so content and relaxed when he's scratching them. There's so much affection. It's amazing how shared experiences shape behavior.

[@kazuya5976]

So hyenas stink so bad that even flies are hesitant to land on them? Hmm, they're still cute in their own gross kind of way..

[@vivekvishwanathan1989]

I think humans are the one who stinks

[@kazuya5976]

@@vivekvishwanathan1989 I think you are speaking figuratively... I agree, humans generally stink, however there are also beautiful humans out there like the man in this video. Some humans stink and others smell... Like roses 😆

[@MrSinfold]

If you think we stink you are more than welcome to go back to your own planet

[@MrSinfold]

@Angry Hyena I think you misunderstood my post

[@weeklydoseofinsanity3319]

Angry Hyena I think you misunderstood what Globo said 🤦‍♂️

[@susanpitlock6601]

I love seeing the hyenas!! Thanks Kevin.

[@minhazesmail6034]

You wouldn't wanna see them alone in a jungle

[@minhazesmail6034]

@wes bd they do!

[@baasbassinnababylonrobert-9963]

@@minhazesmail6034 that would be no problem, as long as they are not starving hungry.... they are not known to hunt people

[@icemandog9920]

they probably call him crazy Kevin

[@JBee-xh4bm]

@@minhazesmail6034 no they dont

[@Lillepjusk]

Up close and calm like this, hyenas are actually quite handsome creatures. The dark "socks" on their legs are such a nice feature! But the best part is their sweet, relaxed faces when they get scratched!

[@rundownaxe]

It's the first time I see hyenas like this. They are beautiful creatures when they are not going after something's crotch. In all honesty, they very much remind me of my dogs when I scratch them.

[@cryptidbrain]

I know right? They are truly lovely creatures, but still wild.

[@thestache5424]

And that fluffy little Mohawk going down it's back

[@yannpaquet73]

I agree 100%

[@jonbaxter2254]

All animals like scratches

[@odtuhan]

They are so cute. My views toward hyena changed so quick

[@LionWhispererTV]

Great to hear! 😀

[@TAROTAI]

Spotted hyena: 3.1 - 5.4 ft, Mass: Spotted hyena: 98 - 140 lbs

[@daleowens7695]

Nope, they're still vile, disgusting creatures.

[@channelname4331]

@@daleowens7695 describing your inbred parents?

[@scottnilsen5932]

@@daleowens7695 how?

[@whitehead1187]

Great to see this side of hyenas. You mostly see them fighting over a carcass on wildlife programmes. But they clearly have a soft side and love a bit of fuss. The respect they have for this guy is there for all to see.

[@otravis676]

Is it just me or when Kevin was scratching Tika's chin Tika was smiling lol. I love what you do Kevin God bless you Sir.

[@illomens2766]

"Hello boye. How you doing? Eh? What's up? Yeah cool, good to see you. You're very oily, and stinky." I cracked up real hard

[@traceyminto9390]

The love and respect between them and Kevin is wonderful

[@krisfrederick5001]

I love how he mentions how attentive and alert Bongo is as he puts his head in his lap and closes his eyes.

[@clairenisbet5869]

You can tell kevs a lot more cautious round them compared to the lions

[@ejazmama2937]

Hi

[@dranzerjetli5126]

Coz they are the villains from the lion king

[@camillea4665]

@@dranzerjetli5126 No, more like their bite force is one of the strongest in the world.

[@mayanksharma7952]

They are less trust worthy than lions they can eat literally anything .they eat their own clan members .

[@Blafard666]

I noticed that, he looks around a lot more, his body language is a little more tense ...

[@mrromeo6036]

I honestly thought hyenas were dumb scavengers but since watching Kevin he's educated us on how these animals are actually smart and likeable has defentily changed my outlook on these gorgeous animals.

[@ffeffashgrove]

They are in fact extremely intelligent and there are many records of people keeping them as pets (not that I would recommend it for a variety of reasons), but yes, they are fascinating creatures.

[@doktorhyena]

They hunt most of their food in many parts of Africa. It’s actually usually the lions stealing from them as lions do to other predators.

[@ffeffashgrove]

@ @@doktorhyena That's right, they do. They have a bad reputation but funnily enough this has been well studied and in fact lions scavenge much more than hyenas do (as a rule).

[@Dell-ol6hb]

mr romeo they aren’t even really scavengers, they hunt 95% of the meals they eat

[@jaybiggs97]

They're are one of the greatest hunters in the world, the best hunters in Africa & the 2nd most dominant predator in Africa. They're also very intelligent (more than lions & even some primates). They have the greatest bite force of any land predator. The negative lies, myths & folklore about Hyenas need to come to an end. They've been going on for too long.

[@MrMaKeMeDiNnEr]

I regret hating on hyenas for so many years after i watched this video.

[@samskisamsonof]

i blame the lion king movies

[@tomerwin9481]

Yeah, me too. Turns out they are fascinating animals.

[@offbrand_2863]

Hahaha you're watching all of the docile male ones in a sanctuary where they are cool with humans. Go watch the females interrogate the males and you won't feel the same.

[@LunatiqHigh]

To be fair, these are the nicest hyenas you'll probably see. Find them in the wild and get eaten. lol

[@MrMaKeMeDiNnEr]

@@LunatiqHigh That pretty much happens with any wild predator lol. Lions, hyenas, tigers and wolfs. That wasnt my point.

[@queenofsiam1183]

Ticker is an absolute doll. I love how Kevin became a hyena through years of learning and demonstration. He raised them and they showed him how to be one with the pack. It’s beautiful to see. Especially in how he talks about them. “That’s Bongo, I like him” like Bongo is a friend. There’s so much respect and reverence here. Even as he dominates over the pack he does so fairly and on hyena terms. No choke chains or munches, no shock sticks. Just true demonstration of strength and confidence

[@lalalahhh]

Awww when bongo put him head on Kevin's lap my smile raider went up.

[@missdeadite9696]

That was really cute how Bongo looked like he was smiling while you were scratching and petting him. I love them all too.

[@alfredoavalos9250]

Only for the video he did it..

[@miafillene4396]

I know they could crush binge and tear me apart in a heartbeat...but darnit they are completely adorable and I love watching you interact worth them.

[@arunkumar1610]

I have never imagined hyena's being so cuddly and cute. Thanks Kevin for your love and affection towards these boys, they're so lovable.

[@Wyatt_Riley]

Ajap came out of the nightpen with some serious bed head lol

[@kyvministries]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Tj_Druid]

"Kevin and the 7 stinky 🅱️ois"

[@doritori6768]

Tika getting his itch scratched is so adorable...

[@bootnas]

This is amazing!! I’ve never seen hyenas that close and personal before. And to see them being petted as adults? Never knew that was possible. Thank you.

[@K4ndor3k]

I am amazed about how casual he iswith those Dangerdoggos ...

[@cesarrangel546]

They aren't called that... they're called laughingdoggos

[@TheTW13]

They aren't "doggos" at all. Only in looks.

[@boomerkobold3943]

JackHew r/ whooosh

[@4Paczjkor]

Actually they are their own family but they resemble more to the feline family more than canine

[@alexisjankowski3281]

Everyone, chill. Kandorek had it right. They are dangerdoggos.

[@quanghienly5648]

It’s hurt my soul knowing that this channel has less than 1 millions subs

[@confessorcromwell823]

At the beginning of the year he said his goal is to reach 1 million by the end of the year, he will probably easily reach it a couple months at this rate.

[@shanemccarthy265]

Same, you just made me sub to the channel lmao

[@quanghienly5648]

Shane McCarthy thank u

[@101proofplease6]

@hhhk20 lol...no shit.

[@quanghienly5648]

hhhk20 and here you are replied my comments

[@Kiaro99]

I love hearing about the Hyena's, even if it's a repeat of what has already been said it never get old for me. I just would like to hear how they are all doing, health wise, clan wise, really anything about them just makes me really happy. Thank you so very much Kevin for making such educational content.

[@faithersland8234]

He’s so loving every bit of the love and time you’re giving him.

[@3h0und7]

9:50 bongo is like “ yooooooo wtf my dude , I get one love touch and you leave ? ‘’ hella jealous hahahah

[@davecrupel2817]

I love when their ears are out folded like that

[@julianmarco4185]

He probably wanted kev to have a seat next to him and continue the scratching.

[@jsuswaram]

i thought the same :)

[@matthewkuhl79]

Bongo smiling at the end is really cool.

[@madans19]

i like the king sounding behind 0:34!

[@t.r.luxx1311]

Bongo just looks so content with a dopey smile while getting head pats

[@turmat01]

When somebody tells me hyenas are ugly, I show them the last 2 minutes of this video. Bongo is such a beauty!

[@808natee]

there adorable majestic animals

[@thinktank8389]

Bongo was giving you serious love growls...

[@urielgrey]

I wanted to deeply thank you for your videos on these beautiful creatures. I just searched on KZbin and was glad you had such a heavy presence (even if i suspect it's cause of the algorithm) i was so sad to see so many videos being on the more aggressive side or them vs whatever animal etc. It made me deeply grateful to you for the opportunity to know more about them as a creatures with brains, structure of expectations and pecking order. How amazing they are in so many ways. It made me sad now knowing what I do seeing one laughing in front of a group of people waiting to be fed. Thank you and I'm so glad over 1 million people now know more in a great way that raises them in their value :)

[@LionWhispererTV]

Appreciate your comment, thank you!

[@sfundomabaso3200]

As a South African, I'm shocked hyenas can be so friendly

[@nalnalvic9912]

Anything can be friendly with enough care

[@ashdog236]

As a South African do you encounter wild Hyenas? I’ve always been curious…

[@sfundomabaso3200]

@@ashdog236 lol I've never seen one. Infact the only wild animals I've seen is giraffe 🦒 and zebra. I live in the suburbs and some real estates has those animals roaming around but most wild animals are in game reserves and you have to pay a fee to see them. So you will not randomly encounter a lion, hyena or any other preditors you might be thinking of here in SA

[@intotheabyssoftheunknown4479]

I find it highly interesting to note that hyena possess high resistance to parasites and bacteria. They might have a stink to them, but they're marvelous creatures and survivors!

[@codyblea3638]

When your niche in nature is tough, you get tough or don't pass down your genes. Africa is a pretty violent collection of ecosystems. And with all the parasites and diseases, it's a pretty brutal filter for scavenger species. And dispite all of that, they still want head scratches while being praised.

[@Liger._King]

IntoTheAbyss OfTheUnknown, fur animals all stink to high heaven.

[@Liger._King]

Kaen Awoken, I think they do.

[@Adam-cj2jg]

Kaen Awoken wild cats stink. All animals stink

[@ashdog236]

They stink cos they love rolling in animal carcasses, blood and shit lol they don’t naturally stink.

[@WTC-1990]

Bongo sees him as his father and he's like "no one messes with my dad"

[@NinjaOnANinja]

Hyenas are not bad or evil. First twelve seconds in and you bit your tongue. Tho like I was thaying, Henath are awethom bathardth

[@VanishingImage]

I have to admit I was part of the crowd who thought hyenas were just scavengers and ugly because I was young and had watched the lion king when it first came out lol. But after watching all your videos with these lovely animals my opinion has completely changed!!!

[@braidenmulvey1759]

I always liked the hyenas, because I saw what they were deep down inside and how wronged they were. I can go off on a whole speech about, but I’ll just say, I think deep down Shenzi, Banzai, Ed and their clan are good hyenas, they’ve just made some mistakes because they’re angry about how all other animals view and treat them just because they’re hyenas.

[@ceedaddy]

Obviously bongo loves the mess out of Kevin... love his look when he was getting rubbed and scratched...

[@closeenoughproductions318]

I miss Stinky Bum but I hope he’s doing well in his home

[@ana7177]

He is doing fine, he has a mate and became a dad ..he's happy and healthy :) (I know this because Kevin posted a video about him on the membership ) hope that helps :)

[@hannnniya]

@@ana7177 thank you!

[@ana7177]

@@hannnniya no problem, have a nice weekend! :)

[@lennyhardi3760]

@@ana7177 how to become membership?

[@EmmaH.Jensen]

@@lennyhardi3760 Beside the subscribe button there should be a button that says either sponsor or join. If you click on that button it will tell you about the things you get access to as a member and then you can decide if you want to sponsor Kevin, I think it costs about 7,50 dollars a month.

[@iammaster5556]

It's hard to believe you're just chilling with Hyenas. Very interesting and eye opening.

[@yuliandi5500]

"Aww, you banged my tongue" A snout boop capable doing some damage if booped to chin

[@cassandrahepp6445]

I love seeing the interactions with all the animals but hyenas are so misunderstood that I love getting to see you with them. Its enlightening and I think you've changed a lot of peoples opinions on them.

[@shaggydog7176]

Cassandra Hepp what’s amazing is how much more dangerous they are to Kevin, how careful he has to be in their midst. How careful he has to be not to shake up the social structure.

[@LB_die_Kaapie]

And the black leopards! Need more of them!

[@MissJessicaMakeup]

Cassandra Hepp absolutely! It did for me

[@Bluematchhead]

What's misunderstood about them? They are brutal... and absolutely fantastic. Their hierarchy and behavior is about as African as they can get.

[@nuckinfuts7610]

Hyenas are remarkably intelligent and resilient creatures. They truly are a massively underrated bunch. 🐾 #teamhyena

[@cookiedee8473]

I love your "name" 😂😜💕

[@nuckinfuts7610]

Thank you, Cookie. 😊💜💙

[@LifeOdysseyMotivation]

They are the vultures in the land. The ultimate scavengers.

[@nuckinfuts7610]

@@LifeOdysseyMotivation a simple Google search to credible/unbiased/factual words will gently guide you down an enjoyably informative path. One that will eventually, but inevitably, reveal that you are incredibly misinformed, and tremendously incorrect. Cheers. 😁 P.s: Vultures would actually be "the vultures in the land". Hard to believe, I know.

[@LifeOdysseyMotivation]

@@nuckinfuts7610 *Ok you have your points! But I don't need your suggestion and you have to respect my opinion! If you have a common sense, I am not just referring about the way vultures scavenge also and mostly in the land! But in general regarding these two species, hyena is a land animal, and vulture is a flying animal! Use your common sense . Stupid! Loser!*

[@mifnp8887]

@9:49 Look at Bongo watching Kevin pet his lower ranking male hyena as if to say, 'Hey, Kev, I got my eye on you!! I see you paying them attention!' LOL

[@matthewwood7245]

Since I was educated by this channel I can't help but simply ADORE hyenas now! I used hate them and only saw vicious killers. So sweet and intelligent! Thank you Lion Whisperer team and Kevin! Love All your magnificent Animals!❤ Edit for a shout Out for that Cool T shirt!

[@beckykent6674]

Me too!!👌😊😁

[@matthewwood7245]

@@beckykent6674 Awesome! ✌:)

[@matthewwood7245]

@Frenzied Unicorn Productions Nope! Because their is many videos and stories of them eating their victims alive. You don't use the web often I guess lol?! I hated them! Now,I can see they can be sweet,gentle and lovable at times. Have a great day!

[@pignonMZ6]

You're giving them emotions they don't have, they kill to eat, nothing vicious about that, the way these hyenas act with Kevin is unusual at best, in the wild Kevin would be dinner, but that doesn't mean hyenas are especially ill-tempered. Nature isn't cruel, try to see natural selection as what it is, the simple rule all species follow.

[@matthewwood7245]

@@pignonMZ6 Yep. I definitely expressed my change of views of these magnificent creatures. Take care.

[@nightrider3067]

*You KNOW we are expecting a Lion King review from you*

[@kekedream]

😂 Kevin has REAL lion kings to look after: Vayetse, Bobcat, Siam, etc.

[@cbailey009]

Yes we are!

[@FISHERMAN331977]

Even the most ruthless of animals have a beauty behind them. They didn't ask to be put in the situation they are in. We have Supermarkets and they have the "wild" some days you eat and some days you don't, so you better be a good Hunter or be good friends with one if you're not 😁

[@BoltCRNA]

It's really interesting seeing the hierarchy and social class of hyenas. I wouldn't want to come across them in the wild though.

[@cocamila]

I remember Kevin said he’d rather come across hyenas than lions in the wild because hyenas they don’t outright attack but think and weigh the situation as opposed to lions when frightened is more attack first ask later.

[@rachelschwebach7566]

A hyena's jaw pressure is far stronger than a lion's. Kevin has been to the hospital more than once after a hyena bite. Hyenas scare me.

[@kvrreddy1605]

@@rachelschwebach7566 Agree, Hyena's bite force is almost double that of a lion.

[@woodwood9889]

@Frenzied Unicorn Productions no but they can crush you

[@aloosze4564]

Smart man

[@EBthere]

This was great. You've changed my opinion of Hyenas. Excellent video and thank you.

[@julianmarco4185]

Bongo reminds me a mafia boss. You have yo great him first and show respect and if he is pleased then he will take you in private and talk to you in private.

[@sahipkran9447]

Yeah, and if the king decides to enter the enclosure, the mafia boss runs away.

[@elliemattiebongani5802]

Thank you. I love stinky hyenas!

[@deemariedubois4916]

Hannah Clyde stinky butts, everyone of them! Lol.

[@cookiedee8473]

😊❤

[@elliemattiebongani5802]

Would love it if Kevin had T shirts pic of hyena walking away, caption "I love stinky butts"

[@cookiedee8473]

@@elliemattiebongani5802 Yes!! Its funny...today I was just thinking how cool it would be to have Hyenas (like Nicholas) on his tees. I bought 3 already and would love a stinky hyena😊💕 (BTW, your comments are great😂)

[@elliemattiebongani5802]

Cookie Dee He has merch?🤩

[@notsosilentmajority1]

I still don't LOVE Hyenas but seeing them so many times with Kevin has given me a newfound respect for them. I have seen in several videos/articles that Hyenas really are intelligent animals. Hearing Kevin say that Hyena's have been found to be smarter than chimpanzees in certain instances is amazing. The physical interactions with so many different animals is fantastic. God Bless you Kevin.

[@dodgy69ers]

Humans have a gift of loving all gods creatures, Kevin uses that gift👍

[@ormandjammer6669]

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[@davidcastro4329]

*God's

[@bigmonkeyman5372]

Dr Boom it’s pretty obvious what god he’s talking about

[@kittykatBflat]

Deep down they just want cheek scritches❤️

[@syndan9245]

And rotting meat

[@Bluematchhead]

Meat and bone... they pop outta mum fighting. I'd raise one.

[@Emiliapocalypse]

Don’t we all just want cheek scritches?

[@PowerGonzy]

Out of everything that goes on in my day this 13 minute escapade was the best. Best wishes to you and all your team Kevin.

[@deadoshotbro2636]

My first comment on your videos. I've watched almost all of them and wanted to say that what you have done and what you still do is absolutely amazing and you are a true inspiration to the wildlife community and a phenomenal human being. I know what you have done with these beautiful animals was not the easiest thing to accomplish in the world and you should be very proud of your work. I'm sure I speak for most people here by saying we thank you for this and educating us on these incredible creatures and hope you inspire more people to help in any way they can in years to come. Hopefully your work and message lives on forever.

[@danteferrise6742]

Wow didn’t realize they have super cute puppy faces except their heads are much larger than a regular dog

[@obesity99391]

Kevin accent says his character... bold & brave & bighearted & full of kindness & love... Bongo is well adapted... Thanx KR & team so much... Btw nice t-shirt... u hv changed it coming back from UK....lol

[@mateobianco2466]

Those hyenas seem like pretty friendly pups for the maniacs they often come off as.

[@cesarrangel546]

They eat the entrails of wildebeest while they're still alive

[@dankdark974]

cesar rangel Animals rarely have empathy for prey. Its nature.

[@jonhubbard5787]

They are conditioned to be, so more domesticated than a typical hyena.

[@7th.trumpet]

Scary to think pound 4 pound, hyenas have the most powerful jaws in amongst the mammals. Yet this guy is patting them!! Brilliant 👍🏻

[@stldweller]

Jaguar wins the pound for pound bite force pressure amongst the mammals. Hippopotamus is a semi aquatic mammal that has an even stronger bite force.

[@moonknight4659]

They have the best cardio That trotting they do can be done for 2 miles none stop

[@AwesomeYena]

@@stldweller A jaugar's recorded bite is 310, a hyena's is still more.

[@prettyricky9676]

IIRC that honor goes to the tasmanian devil. They are small though so the hyenas is higher. The jaguar is the highest of CATS.

[@ramjb]

@@stldweller who cares about who's the highest ranked, any of those three decide to bite you, you're in for missing some body parts...or them all.

[@AzlianaLyana]

Really nice to see the hyenas bonded with him and accepted as part of the pack.

[@debbieathy5204]

Azliana Lyana i know so awesome

[@centuryrox]

"Mufasa!" "Ooooh.... do it again" "Mufasa! Mufasa! Mufasa!!" "Ooooh.. it tingles!"

[@jamesmateocarreon9184]

hyenas are adorable : )

[@btammarineable]

Love those silly hyenas. Can you hear the lions roar in the background. Wow amazing

[@tgreaux5027]

Watching this mans videos makes me wonder what kind of relationships early man had with wild animals. I wonder if there ever were a lot more men like him that would form a delicate "friendship" with any wild animals in their area and which animals man has been able to do this with. I can imagine what a huge benefit this kind of relationship would have been to early prehistoric man and their neanderthal cousins

[@HelmetBlissta]

Johnny Two Hands nice comment. Food for thought.

[@jontmusiteur55]

Life and death really, without this relationship we'd have gone extinct.

[@BLara-rf4xc]

I would say we hunted anything we could, only animals that served us were allowed to live amongst us such as wolves who were gradually domesticated and horses

[@rcislariu]

You're talking about druids or shamans basically.

[@prettyricky9676]

Predators are much easier to form a bond with due to their higher intelligence and tendencies for pack behavior.

[@kekedream]

I love Bongo and Tika, they're so cute! 😍

[@LionWhispererTV]

We couldn't agree more! Thanks for watching!

[@amymccartney3039]

I love the hyenas, They are so adorable. Thank you Kevin for sharing.....

[@mariaangelessanchezverdu4827]

Thank you Kevin for bringing nature home, to be able to see these magnificent animals, thank you for your beautiful work of preserving the habitats of lions and hyenas, namaste🙏♥️🌎

[@antoniomartinez6722]

It's like visiting the mother in law, but more friendly. :)

[@ConnyLandes]

Yay, thanks for including the hyenas! I love those little stinkybums so much. Not sure I always understand how the rankings sometimes shift but Bongo seems to be in control so I guess all is well :-)