Zebra stripes serve several purposes, according to scientists: camouflage, repelling flies, individual recognition, and confusing predators. Their natural predators include lions, cheetahs, and hyenas. However, zebras can often escape danger thanks to their speed and group behavior.
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00:00The zebra is a mammal from the equidae, horse family, and is native to Africa.
00:06Its most distinctive feature is its black and white striped coat.
00:10Each zebra has a unique stripe pattern, just like human fingerprints.
00:15No two zebras are exactly alike.
00:18There are three main species of zebra.
00:21The plains zebra, the mountain zebra, and gravy's zebra.
00:25The plains zebra is the most common, and typically lives in African savannas.
00:32Zebras are herbivores, meaning they only eat plant-based food.
00:37They spend most of their day grazing on grass, leaves, and shrubs.
00:42They are very social animals and live in herds.
00:46Members of a herd protect each other and flee together when threatened.
00:51Zebra stripes serve several purposes, according to scientists.
00:54camouflage, repelling flies, individual recognition, and confusing predators.
01:02Their natural predators include lions, cheetahs, and hyenas.
01:06However, zebras can often escape danger thanks to their speed and group behavior.
01:13Unfortunately, some zebra species are threatened due to habitat loss and hunting.
01:19Therefore, conservation efforts are increasingly important.