Zebras (subgenus Hippotigris) are African with distinctive black-and-white striped . There are three species: (Equus grevyi), the (E. quagga), and the (E. zebra). Zebras share the genus with and , the three groups being the only living members of the family . Zebra stripes come in different patterns, unique to each individual. Several theories have been proposed for the function of these patterns, with most evidence supporting them as a deterrent for biting flies. Zebras inhabit and and can be found in a variety of habitats such as , , woodlands, , and mountainous areas.
They are classified as Endangered. ...They can run up to 65km per hour. ...The Grévy's zebra was named after a former King. ...Zebras stripes are unique like fingerprints. ...Their stripes help camouflage them. ...New-born foals can stand after six minutes. ...The Grévy's zebra are herbivores
Zebras are herbivores and feed mostly by grazing on grasses, although they also might browse a bit on the leaves and stems of bushes. They graze for many hours each day, using their strong front teeth to clip off the tips of the grass.
Zebra can run up to 40mph (65km/h). They combine this fast running with excellent stamina as well as being able to run in zig-zagging motions to evade predators that are chasing them.
Male zebras are called stallions, females are called mares and their offspring are called foals. All zebra have excellent hearing and eyesight and can run at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour.
Lions, hyenas, wild dogs, and cheetahs are among zebras' natural predators. However, the largest threats to zebras are linked to human activities, such as hunting and habitat loss or fragmentation.
However, when it comes to human interactions, it's essential to remember that zebras are not domesticated like horses. They are not friendly towards humans and have been known to attack people—perhaps one of the reasons they were never domesticated in the first place.
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