aardwolf UK /ˈɑːdwʊlf/US /ˈɑɹdˌwʊlf/ noun1 •A nocturnal, insectivorous mammal (Proteles cristatus), having yellowish fur with vertical black stripes, and a long mane down the midline of the neck and back; it is related to and resembles the hyena, and is native to eastern and southern Africa.Aardwolfs are widespread, though seldom seen. They inhabit open country, from arid scrub to moister, high-altitude grasslands. — 2003 formsaardwolfs · aardwolves