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What is a group of zebras called?

A dazzle
of zebras
a dazzlea zeala herd
AnimalZebras
CategoryMammals
Collective nounDazzle, Zeal, Herd
Baby nameFoal
💡 A moving group of zebras is a “dazzle” — their stripes make it hard for predators to single one out.

FAQ

What is a group of zebras called?

A group of zebras is called a dazzle. Other accepted terms include a zeal, a herd.

Are there other names for a group of zebras?

Yes — besides a “dazzle,” you may see “zeal”, “herd”. Collective nouns often have several historic or regional variants.

What is a baby zebra called?

A baby zebra is called a foal.

More mammals

Collective nouns are a mix of traditional “terms of venery,” literary inventions and modern coinages. Several variants are often equally “correct.”