Amazing Facts About Animals and Plants

Did you know that zebras have stripes for a reason?

Why do zebras have stripes?

Zebras have stripes to confuse predators.

Zebras have evolved to have stripes as a form of camouflage to confuse predators, making it difficult for them to target one zebra in a group.

Zebras are known for their unique black and white stripes, which serve as a form of protection against predators. The stripes create an optical illusion that makes it challenging for predators, such as lions or hyenas, to single out an individual zebra when they are in a herd. This adaptation allows zebras to better evade capture and survive in the wild.

The stripes on zebras also help with temperature regulation by creating air currents that cool their bodies in the hot African savannah. Additionally, the unique stripe patterns of zebras are believed to provide some protection against biting insects, such as flies and mosquitoes.