Origins
Also called the Poconeao & the Mimoseano, the Pantaneiro comes from northern Mato Grasso the Panatanal region of Brazil. This is an incredibly hardy breed that has developed in a swampy area, they have developed resistance to disease that would destroy many other breeds.
This breed has been in Brazil for about 3 centuries and has been a product of natural selection as they have had very little human interference until recently.
Traditional Colors
Temperament
Calm & intelligent
Hardy & willing
Use
Cattle horse
Riding horse
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