Scientific name: Equus grevyi
Size: 2.5-2.75m long
Diet: Herbivore
Origin: Africa
IUCN status: Endangered
Threats: Habitat loss, competition with livestock, hunting
Zoos I have seen them: Edinburgh, Chester, Paris, Natura Artis Magistra
Interesting fact: This largest member of the horse family does not form harems like other equids. Males instead hold a territory, whereas females and their young travel between territories. This is also seen in the wild asses (subgenus Asinus).
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