A group of zebras is called a dazzle because of the visual effect their black-and-white stripes create when they stand or move together. When clustered in a herd, the overlapping stripes can blur into a confusing pattern, making it difficult for predators to single out one individual, especially when the zebras are running. Nikon Z8 with Nikkor 70-200mm lens (at 200mm) ISO 100, f/2.8 at 1/1000th of a second.
Love, love, LOVE zebras! The graphic black/white nature of their coats are like modern op art come to life. In this photo, looks like one of them is misbehaving!
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“A Dazzle” sums it up perfectly.
One of the more appropriate group names.
Love, love, LOVE zebras! The graphic black/white nature of their coats are like modern op art come to life. In this photo, looks like one of them is misbehaving!
I love them too. It’s funny when in Africa because they’re so common that the guides don’t think you want to see them and they often drive right past.