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Didn't realize how much the striped and spotted variations differ until I saw them side by side. The head and body really do have that dog-like shape, which surprised me. Solid addition to my collection.

I've always been captivated by how dog-like their faces are, and this one really captures that look. Knowing they're among Africa's most numerous big carnivores makes it feel even more impressive to observe.

The spotted coat pattern on this one is really striking up close. Head shape genuinely does read a bit dog-like, which I wasn't expecting. Solid addition to the collection.