Fascinating Facts About Zebras

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Zebras, native to Africa, are distinctive single-hoofed mammals that live in herds. Each zebra has a unique stripe pattern

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Scientists aren't sure why zebras have stripes, but theories include that they help zebras recognize each other

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It helps camouflage them from predators, repel horseflies, attract mates, and regulate their body temperature

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There are three species of zebras - plains, grevy's, and mountain. Plain zebras are the most common and have wide black and white stripes

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Grevy's zebras are the largest and have narrower stripes. All three species are listed as threatened by IUCN 

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Zebras are social animals that live in large herds, sometimes called "dazzles" because of the motion dazzle effect they create when running

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Zebras are very speedy animals, and can reach speeds of up to 65kph when galloping across the plains

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Like horses, zebras sleep standing up, and usually only when in the safety of a group

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Although they're often thought of as having black stripes, their skin is actually black 

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Young zebras, called foals, are born with brown and white coats that darken with age

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