Plains Zebra

Near Threatened

Quick Facts About Plains Zebra

HabitatGrassland
DietHerbivore
Conservation StatusNear Threatened (IUCN)

Overview

Beautiful striped horse of the African plains

Range & Habitat

Habitat: Grassland

Conservation & Threats

Status: Near Threatened

Fun Facts

Every zebra has a unique stripe pattern, like human fingerprints
Zebras can sleep standing up to watch for predators
Baby zebras can run within an hour of being born
Zebras have excellent hearing and eyesight

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