What physical trait causes the Spotted Hyena to have a distinctive, sloping back appearance?
Answer
Its forelegs are noticeably longer than its hind legs
The disproportionate length of the forelegs relative to the hind legs creates a sloping posture, resulting in a permanently hunched appearance when the animal moves slowly or stands.
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