Intro
Also called the Navarran, Navarrais and Navarre, the Jaca Navarra comes from Navarre which is in the western Pyrenees of northern Spain.
Origins
This is an ancient breed and it’s origins are a mystery, however it is thought that they come from a combination of Celtic ponies, Arabian and Barb animals. They are similar to the Losa and Asturian breeds. These animals were used primarily for agriculture, however the mechanization of the industry put them out of a job. Today there is a small herd of Navarra ponies living wild but protected, as nature intended with very little human intervention.
According to the DAD-IS the Navarra is listed as endangered maintained and as of 2023 there were 2152 left.
Features
Average height under 14 hands
Physique
Head is medium in size with a straight profile
Ears are small
Neck is muscular and wide
Legs are firm
Hooves are round and strong
Traditional Colors
chestnut, bay and brown with no white markings
Temperament
Lively and dependable
Use
Riding pony
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