Doglike nocturnal mammal Crossword Clue

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Here is the answer for the crossword clue Doglike nocturnal mammal last seen in Universal puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 5 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is HYENA.

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40 Potential Answers:

RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% HYENA Doglike nocturnal mammal (5) Universal Mar 7, 2017
43% HYAENA Doglike nocturnal mammal (Var.) (6)
32% HYENAS Doglike nocturnal mammals that feed chiefly on carrion (6) (6)
3% BACKSTAB Cryptic indication of nocturnal mammals making attack sneakily (8) The Telegraph Toughie Feb 11, 2026
3% BAT Nocturnal mammal that hangs upside down (3)
2% OWL Mostly nocturnal bird (3) USA Today Apr 13, 2026
2% NIGHTJAR Nocturnal bird with a distinctive chirring call (8) The Times Concise Apr 13, 2026
2% HARE Small mammal (4) (4) Mirror Quick Apr 10, 2026
2% SEAL Whiskered mammal with flippers (4) USA Today Apr 10, 2026
2% ELKS Large, antlered mammals (4)

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The clue refers to a creature that resembles a dog but is actually a hyena. Hyenas are nocturnal mammals known for their distinctive laughs and scavenging habits. Despite their dog-like appearance, they are more closely related to cats.