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Steppenzebra

Equus quagga

Near Threatened ↓

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

25 years

Length

2.3 m

Weight

350.0 kg

Population

750.0K

Trend

↓ Decreasing

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About

The most numerous wild equid, plains zebras inhabit grasslands and savannas of eastern and southern Africa in herds ranging from small family groups to vast aggregations. Their bold black-and-white stripe patterns are unique to each individual and may serve to confuse predators, deter biting insects, and facilitate individual recognition. Zebras form key prey for lions, hyenas, and crocodiles, underpinning savanna food webs.

Fun Facts

✨ Scientists believe stripes help deter biting flies.
✨ Zebras can sleep standing up.
✨ A group of zebras is called a zeal or dazzle.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

🌾 Savanna 🌿 Grassland

Distributed across Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇿 Tanzania 🇰🇪 Kenya 🇧🇼 Botswana 🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Diet & Behavior

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Herbivore

Steppenzebra is classified as herbivore, adapted to its ecological niche.

Diet

🌿 Herbivore

Plant matter 100%

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Estimated Population

750.0K

Population Trend

↓ Decreasing

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Perissodactyla (Unpaarhufer)

Family

Equidae (Horses & Zebras)

Genus

Equus (Horses & Zebras)

Species

Equus quagga (Steppenzebra)

Names in Other Languages

German Steppenzebra

Similar Species in Equus

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Afrikanischer Wildesel

Tibetanischer Halbesel

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Steppenzebra?

The scientific name of Steppenzebra is Equus quagga. It belongs to the genus Equus.

What is the conservation status of Steppenzebra?

Steppenzebra (Equus quagga) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List. The population trend is decreasing.

Where does Steppenzebra live?

Steppenzebra is found in Distributed across Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, and Tanzania. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Botswana, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, Tanzania.

What family does Steppenzebra belong to?

Steppenzebra (Equus quagga) belongs to the genus Equus, which is part of the taxonomic family Equidae.

What does Steppenzebra eat?

Steppenzebra is herbivore. Its diet is adapted to its natural habitat and ecological niche.

How long does Steppenzebra live?

Steppenzebra has an average lifespan of approximately 25 years in the wild.

How many Steppenzebra are left in the wild?

The estimated wild population of Steppenzebra (Equus quagga) is approximately 750,000 individuals.

What kingdom does Steppenzebra belong to?

Steppenzebra (Equus quagga) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).