The Zebra
The Zebra The Zebra Each zebra has a unique stripe pattern, like human finger prints. When in a herd, the stripes merge into a giant mass, making it hard for predators to single out individual animals. Their stripy coat is believed to disperse more than 70% of heat, preventing them from overheating in the sun. They usually live in small family groups called herds. The leader of the herd stays at the back of the group to protect against predators. A zebra's foal is dark brown and white at birth. They can walk just 20 minutes after birth and run after an hour. Their eyesight at night is as good as that of a cat or an owl. They are dependent on water. They need to drink every day so they do not move far from watering holes. Zebras are highly social and will only go to sleep if they are close to neighbors, so they can be warned if a predator approaches. They also like to graze together and groom each other. They can run at speeds of up to 56km per hour (34 miles). They combine t...

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