Each zebra has its own unique stripe pattern, like human fingerprints.

When in a
herd, the stripes merge into a big mass and make it hard for predators to single
out individual animals. Their stripy coat is believed to disperse more than 70% of
heat, preventing them from overheating while in the sun. They usually live in small
family groups called herds. The leader of the herd stays at the back of the group
to protect against
predators. A zebra's foal is dark brown and white at birth. They can walk just 20
minutes after they are born, and run after an hour.

Their eyesight at night is as good as that of a cat or an owl. They are dependent
on water. They need to drink every day, so they do not move far from watering
holes. Zebras are highly social and will only go to sleep if they are close to
neighbors, so they can be warned if a predator approaches. They also like to graze
together
and groom each other. They can run at speeds of up to 56km per hour (34 miles).
They combine this speed with great stamina and zigzag motion to evade predators
chasing them.

They communicate with each other through various vocal expressions and through the
position of their ears and tails. They can turn their ears in almost any direction
and use this to communicate their mood. For example when the ears are pulled
backward means they are angry and when pointed up it means they are calm and
friendly.

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