Zebras are animals that each of you certainly associate very well. They are characterized by the presence of black and white stripes on their skin. Among all zebras in the world we can distinguish as many as three different species, which of course you will see in our collection of coloring pages. All pictures to paint on our website are designed for children and they are completely free, you can print them and paint or color online.
Zebra Coloring Book
Zebra is an animal belonging to the equine species. It is easy to recognize this animal by the presence of white stripes on its black fur. Among zebras we can name the following species: steppe, equatorial, savannah, damar, striped, quagga, striped, mountain, Namibian, Cape. There are many species, but most of them are unfortunately very rare in the world because they are already threatened with extinction.
Zebra can reach speeds close to 65 km / h while running. A ste steer animal has an average weight of about 400 kilograms, while a mountain zebra is much smaller, weighing less than 300 kilograms.
Trivia
- Unique stripes: Like fingerprints in humans, the stripes on a zebra's body are unique to each individual. Researchers use these stripes to identify different individuals.
- Stripes function: There are several theories about the function of zebra stripes. Some scientists believe they help with thermoregulation, others say they can confuse predators, and still others say the stripes protect against flies and other parasites.
- Running: Zebras are very fast runners and can reach speeds of up to 65 km/h. This allows them to escape most predators.
- Reproduction: Zebras give birth one cub at a time, which is able to stand on its feet and run within hours of birth.
- Social animals: Zebras are herd animals and usually live in groups consisting of one male, several females and their young.
- Sense of smell and hearing: Zebras have a highly developed sense of smell and hearing, which helps them detect predators from a distance.
- Disease resistance: Zebras show resistance to some diseases that are fatal to other animals, such as African coma, a disease carried by tse-tse flies.
- Teeth: Zebras have very strong teeth and jaws that allow them to eat harder plants that other animals avoid.
- Mode of communication: Zebras communicate with each other through a variety of sounds, including their characteristic "sprouting," as well as through movements of their ears and tail.
- Enemies: The zebra's natural enemies are lions, hyenas and cheetahs. Zebras, however, can defend themselves by striking back with powerful kicks.