Turkey Category

Breeds of horse found in Turkey, a Western Asian nation. There are many breeds found in the country, most of them influenced in some way by Arabian and Anatolian Native blood.

Mytilene Horse

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Also called the Ege Midillisi and Ayvacik Midillisi, the Mytilene horse is a small horse or large pony native to Midillisi island off the coast of Turkey.
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Malakin Horse

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Also called the Ardahan, the Malakin is the only heavy breed of horse native to Turkey.
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Karacabey Horse

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The Karacabey, Karacabey Yarimkan Arap or Karacabey Half-Bred Arabian is a breed that originated in the Marmara region of Turkey and they were declared extinct in 1979.
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Hinis Horse

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Also called Hinisin Kolu Kisasi Ati, the Hinis Horse is thought by some to be extinct, however it is believed to still exist in small numbers in Turkey. Their full name Hinisin Kolu Kisasi Ati actually means ‘the short front legs of the Hinis Horse’.
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Cukurova Horse

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Only about 3,000 individuals of this breed exist and at present there is no breed association or stud book for them.
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Canik Horse

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A localized variety of Anadolu, the Canik is raised in wild herds of up to 500 animals and are well-liked for their aggressive attitude and ambling gaits.
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Anadolu Native

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Also called Anatolian Native, Transbaikal, Native Turkish Pony or Turk, this pony is the most common Turkish breed. They are known for their speed, endurance and robust nature.
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