All About Plains Zebras! Trivia Quiz

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All About Plains Zebras! Trivia Quiz - Quiz

Zebras are delightful and beautiful animals. They are unique. But the best thing about them is that they come in different shapes and sizes. These animals don't fall under a single category. Take this quiz and test your knowledge on them.

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1.

What is the scientific name for the plains zebra?
- A.
  
  Equus capensis
- B.
  
  Equus grevyi
- C.
  
  Equus quagga
- D.
  
  Equus burchellii
Correct Answer
C. Equus quagga

Explanation
The correct answer is Equus quagga. This is the scientific name for the plains zebra.

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2.

Which among the following is one of the countries in which the plains zebra resides?
- A.
  
  Sudan
- B.
  
  Cameroon
- C.
  
  Albania
- D.
  
  Australia
Correct Answer
A. Sudan

Explanation
The plains zebra is one of the most common and widespread species of zebra, found primarily in eastern and southern Africa. Sudan is a country located in northeastern Africa, making it one of the countries where the plains zebra resides.

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3.

How many kgs does a newborn plains zebra weigh?
- A.
  
  15 kg
- B.
  
  613 kg
- C.
  
  3035 kg
- D.
  
  4045 kg
Correct Answer
C. 3035 kg
4.

How many subspecies of the plains zebra exist?
- A.
  
  One
- B.
  
  Two
- C.
  
  Five
- D.
  
  Seven
Correct Answer
D. Seven

Explanation
There are seven subspecies of the plains zebra. These subspecies are distinguished by differences in their physical characteristics, such as the patterns and coloration of their stripes. Each subspecies is found in a different region of Africa and has adapted to its specific habitat and environmental conditions. The seven subspecies are the Grant's zebra, the Chapman's zebra, the Burchell's zebra, the Crawshay's zebra, the Selous' zebra, the Maneless zebra, and the Quagga zebra.

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5.

What is the subgenus of the plains zebra?
- A.
  
  Grevyi
- B.
  
  Burchellii
- C.
  
  Hippotigris
- D.
  
  Quagga
Correct Answer
C. Hippotigris

Explanation
The subgenus of the plains zebra is Hippotigris. This is because the plains zebra belongs to the genus Equus, and within that genus, it is classified under the subgenus Hippotigris. The other options listed, Grevyi, Burchellii, and Quagga, are not subgenuses of the plains zebra. Therefore, the correct answer is Hippotigris.

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6.

What do plains zebras do when they spot a predator?
- A.
  
  Stand still
- B.
  
  Run away
- C.
  
  Jump
- D.
  
  Bark or snort
Correct Answer
D. Bark or snort

Explanation
Plains zebras have a unique way of alerting their herd members when they spot a predator. Instead of immediately fleeing, they will bark or snort loudly. This behavior serves as a warning signal to the rest of the herd, alerting them to the potential danger. By making these vocalizations, the zebras are able to communicate and coordinate their response, increasing their chances of survival. Running away may come after the initial warning, but the bark or snort is the first instinctive reaction to the predator's presence.

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7.

When was the plains zebra classified as near threatened?
- A.
  
  1984
- B.
  
  2016
- C.
  
  2001
- D.
  
  2003
Correct Answer
B. 2016
8.

What is the height range for plains zebras?
- A.
  
  127140 cm
- B.
  
  5056 cm
- C.
  
  57 70 cm
- D.
  
  156180 cm
Correct Answer
A. 127140 cm
9.

Plains Zebras are...
- A.
  
  Omnivores
- B.
  
  Carnivores
- C.
  
  Herbivores
- D.
  
  Don't eat
Correct Answer
C. Herbivores

Explanation
Plains zebras are herbivores because they primarily feed on grass and other plant matter. Their teeth and digestive system are adapted for processing and extracting nutrients from plant material. They do not consume meat or any animal products, making them exclusively herbivorous in their diet.

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10.

The female of a plains zebra is...
- A.
  
  A stallion
- B.
  
  A mare
- C.
  
  A filly
- D.
  
  A stallion
Correct Answer
B. A mare

Explanation
The correct answer is A mare. In the context of zebras, a mare refers to a female zebra. Stallions, on the other hand, are male zebras. A filly is a term used to describe a young female horse, but it is not specific to zebras. Therefore, the female of a plains zebra is called a mare.

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