Grevy's Zebra

Grevy’s Zebras are the “extreme” zebras.  They are the rarest and largest zebras and they even have the most stripes.  Unlike their cousins, the Grant’s Zebras these guys live on their own or in very small groups.  This is because dry desert like areas where they live don’t provide enough food and water for large herds of zebras.

Physical Description

Grevy’s are large zebras.  They can reach nearly 10 feet in length and 1,000 pounds.  Their stripes are thinner and more closely spaced than other zebra species.  They also have a white patch on their rump, tail and belly.  The stripes on the upper rear legs of a Grevy’s Zebra look like the letter “V” upside down.

Family Life

Mother Grevy’s Zebras normally give birth to one baby.  This baby is called a foal.  The mother and foal will stay together for several years.  They may group together with a few other animals in a small herd.

Diet

Grasses and other plant matter