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Like many of the strains found in Iran, the Basseri is not an official breed. Rather they are a variety of Persian Plateau Horse and a sister to the Bakhtiari, Darashouri, Qashqai and Sistari types.
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Iran Category
Abeya Arabian Horse
Yabou Horse
Intro
Also called Kabouli, Yabut and Yabu, the Yabou is a small riding horse that comes from the Turkoman steppes. The name Yabou is often used to refer to a pauper’s horse or a nag. However, as with every breed there is more than meets the eye, they share lineage with Turkoman animals which makes them incredibly tough and well suited to their climate.
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Tchenarani Horse
Darashouri Horse
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Also called the Darashouli, the Darashouri is Native to the state of Fars in southern Iran and its origins are unknown. This breed is names for the Dareshuri tribe, of which tribal chiefs breed them.
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Caspian Horse
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One of the world’s ancient horse bloodlines, Caspian Horses represent the link between the early Equus and the hot-blooded horses of the deserts and plateaus.
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Bakhtiari Horse
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The Bakhtiari is a variant of the Plateau Persian horse of Iran, sharing basic conformation & heritage. They are mainly bred by the Bakhtiari tribesmen of Khuzestan Province in the south of Iran.
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Asil Horse
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Also called Iranian Arabian and Assi, the Asil is named for the region where it is bred in Khuzestan. Bloodlines of the Asil (or purebred Arabian) horse are traditionally bred and kept within local tribes or families.
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Arabian Horse
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Today most breeds owe some of their genetics to the Arabian horse. The beautiful and mighty Arabian is among the fountainheads of the World’s horse breeds. Displaying one of the most well-recognized profiles in the horse world, the Arabian’s physical loveliness is complimented by a hardy spirit and adaptable nature.
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