Intro
Also known as the South African or African Pony, the Namaqua Pony came from the Namaqua district of South Africa and is now extinct.
Origins
Smaller than many of the breeds developed in South Africa, this pony has ties to the Basotho Pony. There isn’t much reliable information about this breed other than they were developed early in the 19th century from Cape Horses. The Cape was a large breed, so they were likely crossed with the hardy ponies bred by the Basotho tribes, producing a smaller animal with horse characteristics.
Features
Average height 14.2 hands
Physique
Head is medium sized with a straight profile
Neck is long and slender
Back is long and straight
Chest is deep and shoulder is straight
Legs are slim and strong with clean joints
Hooves are very hard
Traditional Colors
Solid colors
Temperament
Energetic and intelligent
Amiable and friendly
Use
Riding
Carting