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Opening weekend for Erb Discovery Trails is expected to be busy May 22–25. Pre-purchased tickets and member reservations are strongly encouraged.  Zoo parking may fill early. Learn More

Grevy’s Zebra

(Equus grevyi)

Grevy’s zebras are the largest zebra species with large, rounded ears, white bellies, and defined, black and white stripes down their bodies. Three zebras call the Detroit Zoo home — Enzi, born in 2015; Jimmy, born in 2011; and Z.Z., born in 2000.

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Quick Facts

Habitat: African Grasslands

Class: Mammals

Conservation Status: Endangered

Size: Up to 9 feet long; 5.5 feet tall at the shoulder

Weight: Up to 1,000 pounds

Median life expectancy: Males 10 years; females 16 years

Diet: Mainly grasses

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