quagga

/ˈkwæɡə/

Definitions

1. noun

A subspecies of zebra that was once native to South Africa, characterized by the absence of stripes on the hindquarters.

“The quagga was declared extinct in the late 19th century, but efforts are being made to reintroduce the species through breeding programs.”

Synonyms

  • plains zebra
  • zebra

Antonyms

  • horse