Its stripes connect to a dorsal stripe that ends in a gridiron on the rump, which also has horizontal stripes. The belly is white, while the muzzle is lined with chestnut or orange. In comparison to the other species, its eye sockets are more rounded and positioned further back.
The plains zebra has broad stripes that are horizontal on the rump. The northern populations have more extensive striping, while southern populations have whiter legs and belles.
The southern populations also have whiter legs and bellies, as well as more brown shadow stripes in between the black stripes. They have relatively short legs with a school with a convex forehead and a concave nose profile. Zebras are herbivores that consume plants. Zebras primarily eat grass but will eat other plants if grass is scarce. Zebras can be found in a variety of habitats such as savannahs, grasslands, woodlands, shrublands and mountainous areas. Among plains and mountain zebras, the adult females mate only with their harem stallion.
On average, the gestation period is about 11 to 13 months, depending on the species. The female typically gives birth to one newborn, called a foal, at a time.
In they were estimated at only about 8, Animals with bilateral symmetry have dorsal and ventral sides, as well as anterior and posterior ends. Synapomorphy of the Bilateria. Vegetation is typically sparse, though spectacular blooms may occur following rain. Deserts can be cold or warm and daily temperates typically fluctuate. In dune areas vegetation is also sparse and conditions are dry.
This is because sand does not hold water well so little is available to plants. In dunes near seas and oceans this is compounded by the influence of salt in the air and soil. Salt limits the ability of plants to take up water through their roots.
Ecotourism implies that there are existing programs that profit from the appreciation of natural areas or animals. Endothermy is a synapomorphy of the Mammalia, although it may have arisen in a now extinct synapsid ancestor; the fossil record does not distinguish these possibilities.
Convergent in birds. Iteroparous animals must, by definition, survive over multiple seasons or periodic condition changes. This terrestrial biome includes summits of high mountains, either without vegetation or covered by low, tundra-like vegetation.
Grobler, J. Feeding habits of the Cape mountain zebra Equus zebra zebra Linn. Koedoe , Joubert, E. Activity patterns shown by Hartmann zebra Equus zebra hartmannae in South West Africa with reference to climatic factors. Madoqua , 5: Composition and limiting factors of a Khonas Hochland population of Hartmann zebra Equus zebra hartmannae. Madoqua , 8: Notes on reproduction in the Hartmann zebra Equus zebra hartmannae.
Size and growth as shown by pre-and post-natal development of the Hartmann zebra Equus zebra hartmannae. The social organisation and associated behaviour in the Hartmann zebra Equus zebra hartmannae. Madoqua , 6: Klingel, H. Grzimek's Encyclopedia of Mammals , Vol. Lloyd, P. The cape mountain zebra. African Widlife , Nowak, R. Walker's Mammals of the World , Vol.
Penzhorn, B. A long-term study of social organisation and behaviour of Cape mountain zebras Equus zebra zebra. Zeitschrift fur Tierpsychologie , Equus zebra. Mammalian Species , No. South African Journal of Wildlife Research , To cite this page: Walker, M. Disclaimer: The Animal Diversity Web is an educational resource written largely by and for college students. ADW doesn't cover all species in the world, nor does it include all the latest scientific information about organisms we describe.
Though we edit our accounts for accuracy, we cannot guarantee all information in those accounts. While ADW staff and contributors provide references to books and websites that we believe are reputable, we cannot necessarily endorse the contents of references beyond our control. Equus zebra mountain zebra Facebook. Geographic Range There are two distinct subspecies of mountain zebras Equus zebra : Cape mountain zebras, E.
Klingel, ; Nowak, ; Penzhorn, Habitat Regions temperate terrestrial Terrestrial Biomes desert or dune mountains Range elevation 2, high m ft Physical Description Equus zebra is a fairly large-sized, striped member of the horse family. Klingel, ; Nowak, ; Penzhorn, Other Physical Features endothermic bilateral symmetry Sexual Dimorphism male larger Range mass to kg Joubert, b ; Penzhorn, ; Penzhorn, If a dominant stallion is successfully driven away from his herd by a challenging stallion, the herd is taken over as a unit by the newcomer.
Joubert, a ; Penzhorn, ; Penzhorn, Herd stallions approach each other and perform a challenge ritual when two breeding herds come into contact. Joubert, a ; Nowak, ; Penzhorn, Mating System polygynous The breeding season of mountain zebras lasts throughout the year. Breeding season Copulation occurs year-round. Average number of offspring 1 Average number of offspring 1 AnAge Average gestation period days Average gestation period days AnAge Average weaning age 10 months Range time to independence 13 to 37 months Average time to independence 22 months Range age at sexual or reproductive maturity female 26 to 72 months Average age at sexual or reproductive maturity female Joubert, a ; Penzhorn, The duration of lactation varies in E.
Joubert, a ; Penzhorn, ; Penzhorn, The role of males in parental care is not direct. Zebras are social animals that spend time in herds.
They graze together, primarily on grass, and even groom one another. Plains zebras are the most common species. They live in small family groups consisting of a male stallion , several females, and their young. These units may combine with others to form awe-inspiring herds thousands of head strong, but family members will remain close within the herd. Zebras must be constantly wary of lions and hyenas.
A herd has many eyes alert to danger. If an animal is attacked, its family will come to its defense, circling the wounded zebra and attempting to drive off predators. All rights reserved. Common Name: Plains zebras. Scientific Name: Equus quagga. Type: Mammals. Diet: Herbivore. Enjoy free drawings? We do too! Advertising helps fund our work.
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