5 Across
NYT Mini • July 31, 2025
Animal with unique stripes, similar to human fingerprints
Answer:
ZEBRA
Hint:
["Think of a black-and-white creature that roams the African savannah."]
Explanation:
The clue is asking for the name of an animal known for its distinctive stripes, which are as unique to each individual as human fingerprints. The answer is ZEBRA, as no two zebras have the same stripe pattern.