Animals

Zorse

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Kingdom :Animalia
Phylum :Chordata
Class :Mammalia
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Order :Perissodactyla
Family :Equidae
Genus :Equus
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Scientific Name :Equus zebra x Equus caballus
Common Name :Zorse
Group :Mammal
Number Of Species :1
Location :Africa, Zoos
Habitat :Open grasslands and woodland
Colour :Tan, Brown, Black, Red, White, Grey
Skin Type :Fur
Size (H) :130cm - 163cm (51in - 64in)
Weight :227kg - 450kg (500lbs - 992lbs)
Top Speed :64kph (40mph)
Diet :Herbivore
Prey :Grasses, Herbs, Fruits
Predators :Lions, Leopards, Wolves
Lifestyle :Diurnal
Group Behaviour :Herd
Life Span :15 - 30 years
Age Of Sexual Maturity :1 - 2 years
Gestation Period :11 months
Average Litter Size :0
Name Of Young :Foal
Age Of Weaning :5 - 6 months
Conservation Status :None
Estimated Population Size :Not known
Biggest Threat :Habitat loss and commercial breeding
Most Distinctive Feature :Unique dark stripes are boldest on legs
Fun Fact :The offspring of a Zebra and Horse parents!