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Zebra at the Zoo

A wild zebra with bold black stripes standing on grassy ground is depicted on this printable sheet.

Side view of a striped zebra standing on grass with an upright mane, pointed ears, and a tufted tail.
Zebra at the Zoo
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A Striped Zebra on Grassy Ground

The illustration shows a zebra displaying its erect mane, pointed ears, distinct body stripes, and a tufted tail while standing over grass. Zebras housed in modern zoo enclosures inhabit spacious outdoor areas designed to recreate savannas.

The Purpose of Zebra Stripes

While zebra stripes appear prominent to human eyes, they serve as effective protection against biting flies and bloodsucking insects. Additionally, when a herd moves together, the dazzling optical effect makes it difficult for predators to single out an individual animal.

Authentic Colors of a Zebra

  • Coat stripes: Alternating deep jet black and crisp white
  • Mane: Short upright hair with alternating black and white bands
  • Muzzle and nose: Smooth dark charcoal or solid black
  • Legs: Striped pattern continuing down toward dark hooves
  • Grass patch: Earthy greens, yellowish-tan, or dried golden grass
Questions and answers

Questions and Answers About Zebras

Are zebras black with white stripes or white with black stripes?
Genetic studies show that zebras have black skin beneath their fur and develop white stripes where pigmentation is inhibited.
Is every zebra stripe pattern identical?
No two zebras share the exact same arrangement of stripes, making each pattern unique like a human fingerprint.
How do zebras communicate with one another?
Zebras use a combination of high-pitched barks, whinnies, braying sounds, and subtle ear positions to convey messages within their herd.
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