Is inclined to kick and bite a herd member that is partially immobilized, particularly if it is a subordinate member of the herd. Has a thin skin that is prone to penetration, and is prone to develop infection of dart wounds and other wounds inflicted during capture. Is prone to capture myopathy and heat stress. Is prone to renarcotization. Not being a ruminant, has different handling requirements.
Precautions Avoid immobilization in hot weather.
Avoid panicking the herd - this will make subsequent approach extremely difficult. Avoid darting into a group of animals - the stripes make identification of the target individual very difficult. Beware when approaching partially immobilized zebras. Beware of the protective reaction of the stallion. Separate the darted animal from the herd as soon as it shows signs of the drug taking effect.