nhg
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Post by nhg on Sept 3, 2016 4:41:57 GMT
They did DNA tests on the wild horses of Alberta. They're located about an hour and a half from where I live. They have a high percentage of a breed called an Altai horse from Russia. They're very hardy and can survive well in harsh, cold climates with little vegetation. The other breeds they're mostly made up of is draft breeds, including several that are almost extinct but were popular before horses were replaced by machines. Surprisingly, there is a varied genetic diversity. The study said the draft breeds fit in with horses being used to do things like clearing forests for crops. They tend to be about regular horse sized but are thick, not fine horses. Lots of bone and thick necks and coarse heads. Most are basic colours but sometimes there are unique colours. Some leg feathering but not much. Thick manes and tails. Interesting, hey?
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Lipizzan
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Post by Lipizzan on Sept 3, 2016 6:54:29 GMT
That's so interesting.
Altai horse is one of the most amazing addapting horses, they do very well in harsh environment.
Thank you so much for this informations, I love learning abut new horse types and breeds.
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nhg
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Post by nhg on Sept 3, 2016 17:53:40 GMT
Have you ever seen one Lip? In real life?
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Post by horselady on Sept 4, 2016 0:37:48 GMT
How interesting... is it possible when in your travels that you can take some photos of them in their natural surroundings ? this is what i found... they sure are a nice looking breed. www.ansi.okstate.edu/breeds/horses/altai/ |
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Post by Lipizzan on Sept 4, 2016 14:57:05 GMT
Have you ever seen one Lip? In real life? I haven't, but would most sure like to  |
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