“This is a classic ambush site. Zebras need to be on their guard. Being in a herd causes problems. All the noise and movement creates confusion. Senses are swamped with information. Smell is of little use. The scent of lions is everywhere... Lions must rely on the advantage of surprise... A lone zebra is an obvious target... The lioness is coming right up alongside... The panicking crowd makes the going slow and the lioness is quick to spot the opportunity.”
David Attenborough
We have stuck together to protect each other as zebra herds tend to do. Our senses have been fine-tuned to the predators who tend to seek the weakest in the herd as their next target.
We have lovingly cast the dear zebra as our mascot of loyalty, friendship and comfort. I will never look at zebra in the same way again after this year. They are noble creatures and have earned each and everyone one of their stripes!
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