Eye of a Zebra is a photograph by Jennie Breeze which was uploaded on October 31st, 2014.
Eye of a Zebra
Image will be on exhibit in the Orange County Fair. See 'Events Tab'. The stripe pattern of a Grevy's zebra is as distinctive as human fingerprints.... more
Title
Eye of a Zebra
Artist
Jennie Breeze
Medium
Photograph - Original Img_1481
Description
Image will be on exhibit in the Orange County Fair. See 'Events Tab'. The stripe pattern of a Grevy's zebra is as distinctive as human fingerprints. It is also the most important adaptation for its survival, as movements of stripes within the herd are very confusing to a predator. The L.A. Zoo participates in Species Survival Plan efforts to preserve the Grevy's zebra. They are herbivorous, primarily feeding on the stems and leaves of the taller grass and browse on shrubs and trees. The Grevy is the largest of the wild equids, with the males five feet tall at the shoulders and weighing as much as 900 pounds. Females are about 10% smaller. They have a larger head than the other zebra species, with a thick, erect mane and short, tufted hair at the tip of the tail. The underbelly is white. The voice of the zebra is quite different than that of a horse, consisting of a series of loud yelping barks and long drawn out grunts, divided by shrill whistles. Males are solitary, while females come and go. Breeding and birthing occurs throughout the year. When a foal is born, the mother will walk around her newborn so it will see only her stripe pattern. This allows imprinting to occur. If a foal loses its mother, no other female will adopt it. Foals will remain with their mothers for two to three years until they reach sexual maturity. The Grevy's life span is about 18 years.
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October 31st, 2014
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Comments (33)
Jennie Breeze
Great way to start the NEW YEAR 2023. Appreciate the feature in your 500 VIEWS art group. Thanks Mariola!
Jennie Breeze
Thanks Nader! Great to be selected and featured in your BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPH art group!
Jennie Breeze
Thanks James! Always a pleasure being featured in your BEAUTY art group.
Jennie Breeze replied:
Thanks Digital Design! Appreciate the feature in your FAA PORTRAIT GALLERY art group.
John Bailey
Congratulations on being featured in the Fine Art America Group "Images That Excite You!"
Jennie Breeze replied:
Thanks John! Great being featured in your IMAGES THAT EXCITE YOU Fine Art America Art Group.