Horse

Equus caballus

Explore the Horse (Equus caballus) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Horse is a domesticated hoofed mammal managed in pastures, grasslands, and farms across Asia, the Americas, and Europe. Its long limbs and grazing teeth suit it to travel and feed efficiently in open country. Horses are used for riding, sport, work, and transport, and multiple breeds, varieties, strains, and managed lines exist.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Chordates › Mammals › Odd-toed ungulates › Equidae › Equus

Habitat and distribution

Habitat: pastures, grasslands, farms
Regions in this record: Asia, North America, South America, Europe, Mongolia, United States, Argentina, United Kingdom

Conservation field in this record

Domesticated

Did you know?

A horse can sleep while standing because of special leg tendons.