10 Amazing Animal Facts (Horse)

1. Horses  originate from northern Asia and from the Eastern European regions.

2. The lifespan of a typical horse is around 20 to 25 years.

3. An adult female is called a mare, and a young female is called a filly. An adult male is a stallion, and a young male is a colt.

4. Horses feed on grass and fruits, but the working ones needs energy and stamina which can be provided by cereals like barley or maize and oats.

5. While most horses are domestic, others remain wild

6. Wild horses generally gather in groups of 3 to 20 animals

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7. The horses’ hoofs are made out of horn which comes in different colors, with black being most common

8. Mothers carry their babies for around 11 months and as the foals (baby horse) are born, they are expected to walk within 25 minutes; no baby steps!

9.  A horse’s gut is designed to have food flowing through it almost continually, and horses graze most of the day if allowed.

10. There is only one species of domestic horse, but around 400 different breeds that specialize in everything from pulling wagons to racing

Fast Facts

Scientific Name: Equus Caballus

Weight: 380 – 550kg

Colour: Brown, White, Black

Skin Type: Hair

Favourite Food: Grass

Habitat: Small forests and grassland