Intro
Horses are not native to Tanzania and there are probably a variety of reasons for this. Lack of suitable horse grazing land, and top level predators probably top the list. Domestic horse likely doesn’t have the instinct required to shake a hungry lion.
Origins
While not necessarily native, horses obviously exist in the country, mostly used for pleasure riding. There don’t appear to be any centralized breeding in the country, in the DAD-IS their one horse breed is listed simply as ‘horse’ (they provide little info). Presumably they join the ranks of country bred types that can be found in many countries with few equestrian traditions. Bred for ceremonial use and riding or whatever else breeders may use them for.
A few of the examples we found in Tanzania look to have Barb influence (that is purely speculation), plus there looks like Arabian and even appaloosa animals on the beach. They all look like handsome, healthy animals.
Features
Average height 15 hands
Physique
Conformation varies considerably based on imported animal types
Traditional Colors
Solid colors
Temperament
Brave and calm
Use
Riding
Transportation
Light agriculture
Tourism
Cultural and religious ceremonies
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