Where are the inherited zebra stripes typically most concentrated on a zonkey's body?
Answer
Primarily confined to the legs, hindquarters, and sometimes around the neck or shoulders.
The striping pattern inherited from the zebra parent in a zonkey is generally less extensive than in a pure zebra. The most defining visual manifestation of the zebra genetics is usually seen concentrated on the lower extremities, specifically the legs, and the rear section, known as the hindquarters. Furthermore, stripes may sometimes appear partially around the neck or shoulders. The base coat color remains solid, often reflective of the donkey parent (such as grey or brownish), upon which these characteristic dark stripes are overlaid, creating a mosaic appearance that is highly variable between individuals.
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