Endemic to Africa, the Zebra is a herbivore species inhabiting grasslands habitats. Weighing 400–900 kg, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Zebra | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 650 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 454% |
| Height | 280 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 25 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 38% |
| Avg Speed | 25 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Zebra inhabits grasslands habitats. It can be found in Africa.
Typical coloring: Black, White.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Zebra is a group-based species belonging to the Equidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Zebra is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Zebra’s weight of 400–900 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #5 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Zebra weigh?
A Zebra typically weighs 400–900 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Zebra?
The Zebra is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Zebra live?
The Zebra is found in Africa, in grasslands habitats.
How does the Zebra reproduce?
The Zebra has a gestation period of 360–396 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026