Hyraxes are small, rodent-like animals with long bodies and short legs. Native to Africa, the rock hyrax lives in rocky, shrub-covered areas and feeds on plants. The hyrax's wide mouth and sharp teeth enable it to take large bites of grass and quickly fill its stomach, ensuring they spend less time on land exposed to predators. Hyraxes also wedge themselves between rocks to avoid predators. So if it looks like they are stuck, not to worry, they are just exhibiting their natural protective behaviors.
Considered the closest living relative to elephants, rock hyraxes have a prominent pair of long, pointed tusk-like upper incisors. They also have a rubbery texture on the bottom of their feet to help them climb on rocks.
You can visit our rock hyraxes on your next visit to African Rift Valley during regular Zoo hours.
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