Protection from flies best explains the function of zebra stripes, says a new analysis. A head-to-head test of five explanations that researchers have proposed for zebras’ distinctive patterning finds ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Why do zebras have stripes? Many have considered the classic ...

Wait a minute ... was that a zebra? It's a common reaction when drivers pass the fenced pasture a few miles from McAdory High School and see a zebra and what looks like a donkey with zebra stripes ...

Biologists have alternatively surmised that the markings help zebras identify one another, ward off biting flies or regulate a zebra's temperature. But which is correct? You can save this article by ...

If you’ve always thought of a zebra’s stripes as offering some type of camouflaging protection against predators, it’s time to think again, suggest scientists at the University of Calgary and UC Davis ...

Zebra stripes give these equids a unique look, but the purpose of these distinctive markings has remains a question. Some biologists believed the stripes were utilized by the animals to regulate heat, ...

International Zebra Day is a reminder to celebrate not only the zebra’s beauty but also its critical role in the ecosystems it inhabits. From their unique stripes and social behavior to their ...

(Nanowerk News) “Stripy zebra, spotty leopard, …”. Kids never become bored pinpointing animals based on their unique body patterns. While it is fascinating that living creatures develop distinct ...