The plains Zebra, so called because it can be seen on the wide open plains of Africa. The South African Plains Zebra is recognised by it's 'shadow stripes'…thin stripes seen in between the thick black stripes. Zebra are found in Eastern and the Southern half of Africa. The plains zebra is the most common, with the most concentrated numbers being located in Kenya and Tanzania.
Zebra's run in small family herds, usually consisting of an adult stallion, mares and the foals. Much larger herds are often seen but these only stay together for short periods of time.