- Batak Pony
Infobox Horse
name= Batak Pony
country= Indonesia
note=|The Batak Pony is a
pony breed fromIndonesia . Originating in CentralSumatra , it is thought to have descended fromMongolian Horse and Arabian blood, and has continually been infused with additional Arabian blood to improve its quality. The Batak is selectively breed by the Indonesians, and is often used to upgrade the quality the horses and ponies on nearby islands.Characteristics
The ponies are slender, but still strong and sturdy. In general, they are well-conformed, and most of their faults are partly to blame on the poor forage to which they have access. The only other breed of the country which is of better quality is the
Sandalwood Pony . The ponies have a fine head with a straight or slightly convex profile. The neck is short and thin, the withers are prominent. The chest and frame are narrow, the back is usually long, and the quarters sloping. The tail is set and carried quite high. The Batak pony is considered a very willing breed, and is quite hardy. They usually stand up to 13 hands, and may be of any color.The Batak pony was once used as sacrificial animals for the gods, but is now employed in a less-gruesome occupation as a riding pony. The Arabian blood makes it spirited when needed, but the pony is generally quiet enough for children to ride, with an excellent temperament. Their speed also makes them popular for racing among the local population.
The Batak pony is one of eight breeds native to Indonesia, the others are the
Gayoe ,Deli pony ,Bali Pony ,Java Pony ,Sumba and Sumbawa Pony (and closely relatedSandalwood Pony ) andTimor Pony . [ [http://www.lexiqueducheval.net/lexique_races_b.html "Races de chevaux et d'équidés" "Lexique du cheval!" (Includes English section)] Web page accessed December 8, 2007] The Batak pony and the Deli pony are the most closely related.ee also
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External links
* [http://lprdad.fao.org/cgi-bin/EfabisWeb.cgi?sid=af74c716ea5be1d74d3405b194f2a3e9,reportsreport8a_50008493 FAO DAD-IS Domestic Animal Diversity Information System data on the Batak]
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