Rare Hartmann's Mountain Zebra, harvested from the Rock Desert of Namibia

Mountain Zebra- Hartmann's Zebra Namibia:

General Characteristics

Body Length: 220 cm / 7.3 ft.
Shoulder Height: 118-132 cm / 4-4.3 ft.
Tail Length: 50 cm / 20 in.
Weight: 260-370 kg / 572-814 lb.

 

The name mountain zebra is very appropriate - these animals are excellent rock climbers and are much more sure-footed on steep or rugged surfaces than their plains relatives. A distinct hierarchy is maintained within a breeding band, with the dominant adult stallion responsible for defending the herd. Breeding groups use a home range which varies from 3.1-20 square kilometers in area. These home ranges overlap among groups, with no evidence of territoriality. Adult stallions may become aggressive if two bands meet, although these may also join temporarily into a larger group, rarely exceeding 30 animals in size. Vocalizations consist of a high-pitched alarm call, and a squeal indicating submission. Hartmann's zebras have broad black stripes on an off-white body. The stripes extend down the legs to narrow hooves, but do not meet on the belly. These animals stand from 118 to 132 centimeters (46-52 in.) high. This subspecies seeks shade and rests during the hottest parts of the day and has been demonstrated to orient its body with respect to the sun. At midday zebras present the least amount and lightest parts of their bodies to the direct rays of the sun, there by decreasing potential heat load. The vocalizations of the Hartmann's zebra are similar to the neigh of a horse.