Zebras are famous for their contrasting black and white stripes—but until very recently no one really knew why they sport their unusual striped pattern. It's a question that's been discussed as far ...

"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 patterns on their ...

A zebra foal named Tira drew immediate attention in Kenya’s Maasai Mara when he showed up with white spots instead of stripes. The pattern isn’t a trick of the light or a research tag—it’s a rare ...

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There are a few things that we know for certain about the animal kingdom. For instance, bulls always have two horns (except this three-horned cow), puppy tails are found on the animals' rear (except ...

A newborn zebra foal with bizarre polka-dot markings has recently been photographed in the Maasai Mara National Reserve in Kenya. This is the first time that this unusual pattern has ever been seen ...