It is a subspecies of zebra, mainly distributed in the southern regions of Africa, especially in the mountainous areas of Namibia and Ethiopia. Compared to plain zebras, mountain zebras have a smaller body size, tighter and narrower stripes. The habitat is mainly high-altitude mountainous grasslands, adapted to life in rugged terrain. It is a herbivorous animal that feeds on various herbaceous plants and sometimes also consumes shrubs and leaves. Due to living in high-altitude areas, it can withstand lower temperatures and larger day night temperature differences. The social structure is typically a small group led by a male, including several females and their offspring.

It is the most abundant species of zebra in Africa and belongs to the subgenus Zebra. Belonging to the same genus as horses and donkeys, it has unique black and white stripes, and no two individuals have identical stripe patterns. Strong adaptability, able to survive in various environments, but usually does not live in deserts, tropical rainforests, or permanent wetlands. Dependent on water sources, usually active within a range of 25-30 kilometers from the water source. The social structure is complex, dominated by family groups, including a single male and 1-6 females. Despite facing threats such as habitat loss and poaching, the overall population of zebras in the plains remains stable and has not faced significant threats of widespread decline.

Zebra is a mammal of the genus Macroma in the order Quetziformes, native to eastern, southern, and southwestern Africa, mainly inhabiting tropical and subtropical forests and grasslands. Social animals, usually in groups of dozens or hundreds, will go to ponds or streams to drink water in the morning and evening. Having a timid and cowardly personality, one will quickly flee when feeling scared, with a speed of up to 70 kilometers per hour; They rely on keen perception and rapid running to avoid attacks from predators. Feed on tender leaves of wild grass. Strong disease resistance and good at self-protection. The black and white stripes of zebras can interfere with the sight of predators in sunlight and moonlight.