Description

Zebras are among the most iconic herbivores of Africa, instantly recognizable by their black-and-white striped coats. Each zebra’s pattern is unique, serving as camouflage, thermoregulation, and social identification.

This preserved zebra tail is a striking example of the animal’s natural patterning, commonly used by zebras to swat flies in the wild.

• Scientific Name: Equus quagga

• Habitat: African savannas, grasslands, and open woodlands

• Diet: Herbivore – primarily grazes on grasses

• Behavior: Highly alert, vocal, and capable of running up to 40 mph to escape predators

• Fun Fact: No two zebras have the same stripe pattern, much like human fingerprints

Zebra tails are both a visual representation of natural camouflage and a reminder of the adaptability of one of Africa’s most enduring species.