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Plains zebra: size, dimension and comparison

The adopted reference is about 2.3 m.

Representative length

2.3 m = 230 cm. A meter contains 100 centimeters, or 1,000 millimeters.

The stripes vary from one individual to another.

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Plains zebra, interpreted illustration
Interpreted illustration · dimension stated in the fact sheet.

What does this number measure?

Stripes vary from one individual to another. Displayed dimension: representative length.

Compare the stated dimensions

The comparison uses the number in each fact sheet: altitude, height, diameter, length or distance, depending on the reference. Two values in metres do not necessarily describe the same property.

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Source and limitations

Catalogue value to check against the source; not individually audited.

Naturalistic illustration of Plains zebra; anatomy, texture and coloration are interpreted. This is not a photograph.