In 'Madagascar', what is the name of the zebra?

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In “Madagascar,” the zebra is named Marty. He is one of four Central Park Zoo animals at the heart of DreamWorks Animation’s 2005 film, alongside Alex the lion, Melman the giraffe, and Gloria the hippopotamus.

Marty is voiced by Chris Rock and is characterized by curiosity, optimism, and a desire to experience life beyond the zoo. On his tenth birthday, he becomes dissatisfied with his predictable routine and follows the penguins’ escape plan, hoping to reach the wild. Alex, Melman, and Gloria pursue him, leading all four animals to be shipped away from New York.

Their crates fall overboard during the voyage, and the friends wash ashore in Madagascar. Marty enjoys the freedom immediately, while Alex struggles with the unfamiliar environment and the absence of his usual food. A common mix-up is confusing Marty with Alex, the lion, or Melman, the giraffe; Gloria is the group’s hippopotamus.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Aug. 2026

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