Because of the sheer amount of natural predators, zebra foals are born well developed. They can see and hear from birth, unlike many other mammals such as dogs and cats, and are capable of walking and running almost instantly, which means they are capable of following the herd if it breaks. read more
The gestation period for zebra reproduction takes around 12 to 13 months. Similar to horses, the foal will be able to stand up and walk just a few minutes after it is born. In fact, after only 15 minutes, the foal can walk and after one hour, it will be able to run. read more
The Life Cycle of a Zebra After It Is Born. Zebras live up to 30 years in the wild and up to 40 years in captivity. Because of the sheer amount of natural predators, zebra foals are born well developed. read more
Zebras live up to 30 years in the wild and up to 40 years in captivity. Because of the sheer amount of natural predators, zebra foals are born well developed. They can see and hear from birth, unlike many other mammals such as dogs and cats, and are capable of walking and running almost instantly, which means they are capable of following the herd if it breaks. read more