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== Anatomy == | == Anatomy == | ||
[[Poll]] - The point where the head meets the neck, just behind the ears. | [[Poll]] - The point where the head meets the neck, just behind the ears. | ||
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== Reproduction == | == Reproduction == | ||
All [[horse]]s breed [[asexually]]. Birth of the baby, or foal, occurs live; making the [[horse]] a [[viviparous]] [[animal]]. They are seasonal breeders; meaning there is only a specific season in which a [[horse]] will mate. Most [[mares]] give birth in the spring to a single baby (foal), sometimes twins. The [[mare]] carries her foal for 11 months, and produces milk for their young and will feed them for several months. When the foal is born it only | All [[horse]]s breed [[asexually]]. Birth of the baby, or foal, occurs live; making the [[horse]], a [[viviparous]] [[animal]]. They are seasonal breeders; meaning there is only a specific season in which a [[horse]] will mate. Most [[mares]] give birth in the spring to a single baby (foal), sometimes twins. The [[mare]] carries her foal for 11 months, and produces milk for their young and will feed them for several months. When the foal is born it only takes 1 – 2 hours for it to be able to stand up and walk. | ||
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== Ecology == | == Ecology == | ||
[[Image:Dscn3001-adalei-tritia2.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Description]] | [[Image:Dscn3001-adalei-tritia2.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Description]] | ||
[[Horse]]s are a needed [[animal]] in [[nature]]. Their [[fesses]] fertilize whatever ground it touches and their use for [[human]]s has gone throughout history. The Frisian [[horse]], in ancient times was mainly used as a [[draft animal]]; meaning it would tow a plow or carriage for [[human]]s as either [[transportation]] or to help with food products. Now it is used mainly for show, riding, and breeding. Its cool temperament and devoted loyalty toward its owner are traits that it passes on to its foal. However, its attitude is not the only thing sought by farmers and performers. What makes the Frisian significant is its physical appearance. The Frisian has been used and breeded for centuries as a draft [[horse]] and because of this it has developed a powerful strength. It is a perseverant [[horse]] | [[Horse]]s are a needed [[animal]] in [[nature]]. Their [[fesses]] fertilize whatever ground it touches and their use for [[human]]s has gone throughout history. The Frisian [[horse]], in ancient times was mainly used as a [[draft animal]]; meaning it would tow a plow or carriage for [[human]]s as either [[transportation]] or to help with food products. Now it is used mainly for show, riding, and breeding. Its cool temperament and devoted loyalty toward its owner are traits that it passes on to its foal. However, its attitude is not the only thing sought by farmers and performers. What makes the Frisian significant is its physical appearance. The Frisian has been used and breeded for centuries as a draft [[horse]] and because of this it has developed a powerful strength. It is a perseverant and strong [[horse]], making it a good choice for farmers all around the world. As a wild [[horse]] the Frisian is very sturdy and still maintains its gentle attitude, but, as with other [[horse]]s, if threatened it will defend itself viciously. | ||
[[Horse]]s in modern times have been demoted to mere enjoyment. | [[Horse]]s in modern times have been demoted to mere enjoyment. Where as in the past [[horse]]s were used for many purposes. Their first use was food. The [[horse]] was hunted by men and could provide food for about a month, if good sized. They were later used as transportation and then as [[draft animals]]. [[Horse]]s were most important during wars, especially in [[medieval times]]. The [[horse]] went from being food to man's best friend. They are loyal and useful and smart a[[nimals]]. | ||
The [[horse]]'s [[fesses]] was, and still is, used for many purposes. One of the most common uses is [[fertilizer]]. Though not as common as the [[cow]]'s, [[horse]] dung is more potent and, when the [[animal]] is fed the right things, lasting. Since [[horse]]s eat [[grass]]es and [[grain]]s, and because they digest them differently then [[cow]]s, when used for fertilizing the dung not only helps plants grow taller, but spread further. This could be most helpful for farmers. Unfortunately not a lot of [[fertilizer]] is made with [[horse dung]], at least not all by itself. | The [[horse]]'s [[fesses]] was, and still is, used for many purposes. One of the most common uses is [[fertilizer]]. Though not as common as the [[cow]]'s, [[horse]] dung is more potent and, when the [[animal]] is fed the right things, lasting. Since [[horse]]s eat [[grass]]es and [[grain]]s, and because they digest them differently then [[cow]]s, when used for fertilizing the dung not only helps plants grow taller, but spread further. This could be most helpful for farmers. Unfortunately not a lot of [[fertilizer]] is made with [[horse dung]], at least not all by itself. | ||
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== Small Facts == | == Small Facts == | ||
*Usual height- 15-16hh. | *[[Horse]]s are measured in hands, one hand being equal to four inches. The measurment is taken from the ground level to the highest point on the horse's withers. | ||
*Usual height- 15-16hh.(hands) | |||
*Color- always black | *Color- always black | ||
