Senegal Zebras

Senegal zebras are a new subspecies of zebra. these equids are a leggy, taller version of the plains zebra. They range in height

from 12.3hh to 15.3hh and weight ranges to as large as 800lbs with stallions being slightly larger than mares.

They were first discovered by a large game hunter due to their peculiar difference from the normal plains zebra. Senegal zebras come in

many colorations seen in domesticated horses and do not necessarily have those distinctive stripes the zebra is known for. They form

harems and are highly social equids, conveying emotion and communication through their large ears and varying whinnies and barks.

Most do have some sort of striping whether it be restricted to their head or a certain portion of their body.

Their diet mainly consists of grass, though they may eat bark and twigs. This species has successfully been domesticated but cannot be

ridden. They are highly unpredictable and easily stressed in certain situations and are not a reliable source of transportation. They have

been used to help farmers and pull small carriages.

Predators of the senegal zebra consist of lions, leopards, and most other big cats found in the country. They also are a current victim of

poaching due to their skin and meat holding much value in some villages. It is not uncommon for farmers to use senegal hounds and wildlife

reservations to use these dogs to help protect the species from illegal poaching.

SZ's mature at the age of 3. Mares normally have one foal but there is a low percent chance of twins. In the wild, it is uncommon for both

foals to survive. they usually live to 14 years

Stripping is found in both regular ( darker than the base) or reverse ( lighter than the base). It is never white nor will it show over white

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