why do zebras have stripe?

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dkimtonf
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why do zebras have stripe?

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Just wondering if anyone knows what purpose stripes would have for the zebra plecos? Does it allow them to camoflauge better in fast moving water among rocks?
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Re: why do zebras have stripe?

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That's a good question! I would assume its a camouflage....
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Re: why do zebras have stripe?

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It's to differentiate them from the spotted leopard plecos !!
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