A new life has arrived at Taman Safari Indonesia Bali. On August 2, 2025, a beautiful Grevy’s zebra foal named Jelly was born to her mother Jebi and father Nicky.
Jelly’s birth marks an important milestone, as the Grevy’s zebra is the rarest zebra species in the world. Every successful birth plays a valuable role in supporting global conservation efforts for this endangered animal.
A Careful Start for a Precious Newborn
Throughout her pregnancy, Jebi was carefully monitored by the veterinary and animal care team to ensure both mother and foal remained healthy. After months of careful monitoring, Jebi safely delivered her foal, immediately showing strong maternal instincts as she stayed close to her newborn.
Like most zebra foals, Jelly quickly learned to stand, walk, and nurse within a short time after birth. These early milestones are essential for survival, helping young zebras stay close to their mothers and adapt to their environment.
Today, the animal care team continues to observe Jelly’s development closely. As she grows stronger and more confident, she will eventually join the rest of the zebra herd. Within the group, she will begin learning natural behaviors such as grazing, social interaction, and understanding herd dynamics.
Meet the Grevy’s Zebra
Grevy’s zebra is the largest and most endangered zebra species in the world, with only around 2,800 individuals remaining in their natural habitat. Most of the wild population lives in northern Kenya, while smaller groups are found in parts of Ethiopia. This limited number makes continuous population monitoring especially important, as it helps conservationists understand breeding success, population stability, and the long-term outlook for the species both in the wild and under managed care.It can be recognized by its narrow black-and-white stripes, large rounded ears, and distinctive white belly. These features make it easy to distinguish from the more common plains zebra.
The species was named after former French President Jules Grévy, who received one of these zebras as a diplomatic gift in the late 19th century.
In the wild, Grevy’s zebras are native to the dry grasslands of Kenya and Ethiopia. They are well adapted to harsh environments where water can be scarce. Compared to other zebra species, they are able to survive longer periods without drinking water.
Diet and Daily Life
Grevy’s zebras are herbivores that mainly feed on grasses, although they may also browse on leaves, bark, and shrubs when food is limited. As the largest zebra species, they are easily recognized by their narrow black-and-white stripes, clean white belly, and large rounded ears that help them detect sounds across open landscapes. Unlike other zebra species, Grevy’s zebras are well adapted to dry habitats and can survive longer periods with limited water, making them suited to the arid grasslands of Kenya and Ethiopia. Their social behavior is also unique, with males often defending territories while females move more freely with their foals.
At Taman Safari Bali, Jelly and the zebra herd receive a carefully balanced diet designed to support their health and development. Animal care teams also ensure they have a safe and enriching environment that encourages natural behaviors.
A New Hope for Conservation
Today, Grevy’s zebras face serious challenges in the wild, including habitat loss, competition with livestock, and human disturbance. As a result, their global population has declined significantly over the past decades.
Jelly’s arrival is more than just a birth, it is a symbol of hope.
By learning about her story, we take part in protecting the future of Grevy’s zebras.