Grévy's Zebra
Equus grevyi
Very high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Grévy's Zebra
The Grévy's zebra (Equus grevyi), also known as the imperial zebra, is the largest extant wild equid and the largest and most threatened of the three species of zebra, the other two being the plains zebra and the mountain zebra. Named after Jules Grévy, it is the sole extant member of the subgenus Dolichohippus. The Grévy's zebra is found in Kenya and Ethiopia. Compared with other zebras, it is tall, has large ears, and its stripes...
Key Facts
- Endangered - this species needs our protection.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Grévy's Zebra?
The scientific name of the Grévy's Zebra is Equus grevyi.
Is the Grévy's Zebra endangered?
The Grévy's Zebra is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Grévy's Zebra sightings have been recorded?
1,326 observations of the Grévy's Zebra have been recorded on iNaturalist.
