Plains zebra — size comparison

The plains zebra is a social herbivore of African savannas and grasslands. It mainly eats grasses, supplemented by leaves and young shoots. An upright mane and

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Plains zebra

Equus quagga

ok. 127,5 cmAdult male
at the shoulder
Mass
175–385 kgZakres gatunku
Shared ground line. The scale follows the measurement stated for each animal. Person: 170 cm
HeightScale in m
00,511,5
Plains zebraHeight at shoulderapprox. 127.5 cm

The scale compares the named dimensions. View direction and measurement points are given for each animal.

127.5–127.5 cm range across the animals shown

Person: 170 cm
Plains zebra — size comparison — facts and sources

The plains zebra is a social herbivore of African savannas and grasslands. It mainly eats grasses, supplemented by leaves and young shoots. An upright mane and stripes covering the body and legs distinguish its appearance.

A stable family group is the basic social unit. Groups can join much larger herds while travelling. Seasonal movements are influenced by the availability of vegetation and water.

Stripe width and arrangement vary between populations and individuals. Every animal has a distinctive pattern that helps researchers recognise zebras in photographs.

Animal Diversity Web podaje zebrom Burchella 110–145 cm w barku. Do porównania przyjęto 127,5 cm, czyli środek tego zakresu.

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