Definition

Noun * Cape mountain zebra: A subspecies of zebra (Equus zebra zebra) native to southern Africa, characterized by narrow, closely spaced body stripes that do not extend onto the belly, which is white. It is one of two subspecies of the mountain zebra and was historically brought to near extinction.

Usage

• The term Equus zebra zebra is used as the precise scientific name for this specific subspecies in biological, zoological, and conservation contexts.
• In general or educational writing, the common name "Cape mountain zebra" is often used.

Examples

• Conservation efforts have successfully increased the population of Equus zebra zebra in South African national parks.
• The Equus zebra zebra is distinguished from other zebras by its unique stripe pattern and a dewlap on its throat.
• Researchers are studying the habitat preferences of the Cape mountain zebra (Equus zebra zebra).

Advanced Usage

• The name follows binomial (for species) and trinomial (for subspecies) nomenclature rules in taxonomy. is the genus, the first is the species epithet, and the second is the subspecies epithet.

Variants and Related Words

• Mountain zebra (Equus zebra): The species to which this subspecies belongs. The other subspecies is Hartmann's mountain zebra ().
• Cape zebra: A less formal common name for .

Synonyms

• Cape mountain zebra

Noun

1. narrow-striped nearly extinct zebra of southern Africa