Grant’s zebra
Equus quagga boehmi
The Grant’s zebra is perhaps one of the most striking and recognised African hooftstock. These herd animals are found throughout Africa and live in close groups called families or harems, which are led by a single male (also known as a stallion).
Grant’s zebras have long noses and, like many prey animals, their eyes are on the sides of their head which gives them a wider field of vision. If they see a predator approaching, Grant’s zebras will gather together so that the predator can only see a maze of stripes. Zebras can measure 1.5 metres at the shoulder and weigh around 385 kilograms. They are the smallest species of zebra.
They share their enclosure with Rothschild's giraffe and ostrich, like they would in their savannah home.
IUCN Status
The IUCN status of the Grant’s zebra is near threatened.
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Animal class
Mammal
Conservation status
The IUCN does not believe that Grant’s zebras are facing a high risk of extinction at present. They are not listed by CITES.
Habitat
Savannah and grasslands
Population
Although, the Grant’s zebra population has been reduced due to civil war and poaching, there is still believed to be 50,000 living in the wild.
Diet
Herbivore. The Grant’s zebra eats grasses, leaves and twigs.