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Zebra's signature stripes don't keep them cool: Study

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Press Trust of India London
Last Updated : Jul 08 2018 | 2:15 PM IST

The characteristic black and white striped fur of zebras do not help the animals stay cool in the hot sun, according to a study that refutes a belief that dates back to Darwin.

Ongoing discussion among researchers on why zebras have their signature black and white stripes suggests that it keeps them cool in the sunshine

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First Published: Jul 08 2018 | 2:15 PM IST

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