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Planet Zoo 2 Spotted Hyena
Habitat size, temperature, group size and compatible animals for the Spotted Hyena in Planet Zoo 2, from the official Zoopedia, checked 2026-10-14.
Spotted Hyena requirements
| Continent | Africa |
|---|---|
| Biome | Desert, Grassland |
| Enclosure | Habitat (terrestrial) |
| Minimum area | Land 940 m² |
| Extra area per additional animal | Land 180 m² |
| Shelter area per animal | 10 m² |
| Temperature | 14 to 41 °C |
| Group size | 2–3 |
| Barrier | Grade 3, at least 3 m high |
| New in Planet Zoo 2 | No, returning from the first Planet Zoo |
| Content | Base Game |
| Conservation status | Least concern |
At 940 m² of land, the Spotted Hyena needs more land than 89% of the other 56 Planet Zoo 2 terrestrial habitat animals with a listed minimum.
Spotted Hyena space by area type
The Zoopedia gives a minimum for the first animal and an extra amount for each additional animal, per area type. The last column adds them up for the largest listed group (3 animals).
| Area type | Minimum | Each additional animal | Total for a group of 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 940 m² | 180 m² | 1300 m² |
Shelter: 10 m² per animal.
Spotted Hyena barrier requirements
| Barrier grade | 3 |
|---|---|
| Minimum height | 3 m |
| Climb-proof | No |
| Water barrier | Not allowed; use a solid barrier. |
Same values as the habitat requirements table. In a mixed habitat, use the strictest barrier of all species.
Spotted Hyena species facts
| Class | Mammal (Mammalia) |
|---|---|
| Adult size (shoulder height) | male 0.81 m, female 0.86 m |
Setup checklist for a Spotted Hyena habitat
- Choose the enclosure: the Zoopedia lists the Spotted Hyena as habitat (terrestrial).
- Give the first animal at least Land 940 m², plus Land 180 m² for each additional animal.
- Build a grade 3 barrier at least 3 m high.
- Keep the temperature within 14 to 41 °C and theme the area as Desert, Grassland.
- Plan a group of 2 to 3 animals.
Animals that can live with the Spotted Hyena
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Spotted Hyena, and no other species lists it. Plan it a habitat of its own.
Compare with
Put the Spotted Hyena next to any other species, with the combined barrier for a shared habitat, in the animal comparison. See every pairing on what animals go together and all barrier specs on habitat requirements.
Animals from the same biome or continent: African Savannah Elephant, Black Rhinoceros, Gemsbok, Golden Eagle.
FAQ
How much space does a Spotted Hyena need in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists a minimum area of Land 940 m² for the Spotted Hyena, plus Land 180 m² for each additional animal, and 10 m² of shelter per animal.
What temperature does a Spotted Hyena need in Planet Zoo 2?
In Planet Zoo 2 the Spotted Hyena needs a temperature of 14 to 41 °C and a group size of 2–3, according to the official Zoopedia.
What animals can live with a Spotted Hyena in Planet Zoo 2?
The official Zoopedia lists no compatible species for the Spotted Hyena, and no other species lists it.