Zebras have stripes for several reasons. The most popular theories suggest that stripes help zebras stay cool, confuse predators like lions, and keep biting insects away. The stripes might also help zebras recognize each other and stay together in herds. Learn more in this video:
Discussion Questions:
- How do stripes make it harder for predators to catch zebras?
- Why would keeping cool be important for zebras living in hot places?
- Which theory about zebra stripes do you think is most interesting? Why?
- Can you think of other animals with special patterns or colors that help them survive?