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Reproduction & Life Cycle

How long is a zebra’s gestation period? Species and facts

September 25, 2026September 24, 2026 by Animals Editorial Team
Female zebra with a newborn foal standing together on open African savanna grasslands.

Learn about the zebra gestation period, lasting 12 to 14 months by species, and how extended pregnancies help newborn foals survive wild predators.

Categories Reproduction & Life Cycle Tags Zebra

Why bear cubs stay with their mother for years

September 25, 2026September 24, 2026 by Animals Editorial Team
Mother brown bear standing in a forest meadow with her two small cubs near her side.

Discover why bear cubs stay with their mother for one and a half to several years to learn vital foraging skills, build physical strength, and gain protection.

Categories Reproduction & Life Cycle Tags Bear

How long do elephants live in the wild?

October 6, 2026September 23, 2026 by Animals Editorial Team
A senior African elephant with large tusks walking across a sunlit savanna at golden hour.

In the wild, African elephants can live up to about 70 years but rarely past 50, while Asian elephants typically live into their mid-50s, limited by tooth wear and habitat quality.

Categories Reproduction & Life Cycle Tags Elephant
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