Horses, donkeys and zebras are all equidae. The zebra is found in Africa in the grasslands. They have black and white stripes, each individual to the specific zebra. Depending on the species, a zebra might have markings on its legs as well. The domestic horse and the ferel horse can be found almost anywhere in the world. The color of their coat is a wide range. Depending on their breed, horses have four long legs, a fairly long neck and a somewhat stocky body. The donkey ranges in color from all shades of gray, to browns and paints. They have short stocky bodies, and a large head, cow-like tail, and long ears. A close relative of the zebra is the quagga. The quagga is extinct, yet a group of people are working to bring them back if possible. Donkeys and horses are being promoted for use in physical therapy. It has been clinically proven that presence of live animals calms and relaxes people.
The Internet Resources
Equidae
The Quagga
- This site has information on the quagga. It is an extinct species that falls under the family equidae. They are working on a project to attempt to bring back this species. This is a very informative site and has most, if not all the information you could ever want about the quagga. I give this site 3.5 out of 5 hooves.
Equidae
- This site has general information on the family equidae. Equidae typically have stocky bodies and thick skulls. Their variations in bone structure enable them to do what they do. This site recieves 4 out of 5 hooves.
Mules
- A mule is a cross between a male donkey and a female horse. This is the only way to create a mule. If the cross is between a male horse and femal donkey, it creates a hinny. This site has extensive information on mules nad their origin, terminology and characteristics. This site is good for the middle school level. I give this site 4 out of 5 hooves.
Horses
Horses
- This site gives an immense amount of information on the domestic horse. It has information ranging from their evolution to their uses for sport and as food. Did you know that in Japan horse meat is a type of sashimi? This website is a high school level and up site. I give this site 5 out of 5 hooves.
The Horse
- Did you know that a foal(baby horse) can walk around 15 to 25 minutes after birth? This site offers an emmense amount of information on horses. The information ranges from their habitat to their behavior. This site would be better for junior-high to high school students. I give this site 4 out of 5 hooves.
Zebras
Species of Zebras
- This site is very informative. It has a list of all the species of zebras. Did you know there are seven different subspecies of zebras that fall under the Plains Zebra species? This site also has a hotlist for informational sites on zebras. I give this site 3 out of 5 hooves.
Zebra Pictures
- Awwwww, how cute! This website has a long list of links to pictures. There are multiple different shots of zebras in zoos and in the wild. These pictures enable you to see the coloration differences in the subspecies of zebras. This site is appropriate for all ages. I give this site 4 .5 out of 5 hooves.
Plains Zebras
- Zebras only grow to about four feet tall at the shoulder. This site has a breif summary of the plains zebra or Equus Burchelli. It is a good site for any age viewer. The information is simple and easy to read. I give this site 4 out of 5 hooves.
Donkeys
Donkey Sanctuary
- This site is dedicated to the protection and promotion of donkeys. They offer oportunites to adopt a donkey, and they work to use donkeys for theraputic use in psychiatric and elderly hospitals. The presence of animals has been proven to have a direct calming effect. I give this site a 4.5 out of 5 hooves.
Asses
- Did you know that you can find true wild asses only in northern Africa? This website focuses on asses and donkeys. It provides information on their physical description, behavior, habitat, reproduction and much more! This site is better for teenagers and older. Its information is extensive and well organized. I give this site 5 out of 5 hooves.
Fun Stuff
Where Kenya See Zebras?
- Yay!! This is a cute cartoon to watch. It features zebras and their habitat. It also shows their predators (dancing). Not only is it fun to watch, it is educational. I give this site 5 out of 5 hooves.
Zebra Quiz
- Did you know that no two zebras have the same stripes? This site is simply a fun little quiz. It is educational and informative. I give this site a 3 out of 5 hooves.
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