The mustang horse is the classic wild horse of the Old West. Horses originally existed in the Americas until their extinction about 10,000 years ago. It wasn't until the late 1400's and early 1500's when explorers including Columbus, brought horses back to the new world. The horses they ...
Get facts about the intelligence of incredible animals like the whales, the elephants and the great apes. What makes the cheetah the fastest animal on earth? Well their claws do not retract which allows them to dig into the ground, their torsos are flat-sided which allows for excellent aerody...
Domestics horses, which includes mustangs, usually live about 25 to 30 years in captivity, although some live into their 40s and beyond. Horses living in the wild, like the feral mustang populations on public lands in the western U.S., typically have shorter life spans, though they have be...
Horses are such fascinating creatures, and there are hundreds ofhorse breeds, such as the Arabian,Andalusian,Friesian, andmustang, each with its own unique personality and appearance. Whether you’re in awe of powerful draft horses or you can’t resist adorable ponies, horses make great companion...
Learn all about the origins of this beautiful spring month and even some knowledgeable history facts! We know it is the fourth month of the year, but that’s only by the Gregorian calendar that we adhere to now. Before the introduction of the Julian calendar in 46 BC, it was the second...
A newborn foal weighs about 10 percent of its mother’s total weight. So, if a female Tennessee Walker weighs 1000 pounds, then her newborn is going to weigh around 100 pounds. A Tennessee Walker foal tries to stand up immediately after its mother cleans the afterbirth off its coat. ...
species, 170 fish species, 100 reptile species, and 43 amphibian species, Nepal is a haven for nature enthusiasts. Additionally, the legendary Yeti, an abominable snowman, is said to reside in the upper reaches of the Himalayas. Explorethe top 46 fascinating facts and figures about Nepalbelow...
It's always fascinating to find out something odd, particularly about the place you live. You may have seen me mention this before, but if you're smarter than the average bear, you know there is way too much that's odd about Colorado to be contained within one list. Honestly, two ...
Mary Beth has taught 1st, 4th and 5th grade and has a specialist degree in Educational Leadership. She is currently an assistant principal. What do you know about pinto horses? Do you associate them with the Wild West? They are pretty amazing animals! Come and learn about the history and ...
What are donkeys? How are they different from horses? Where do they live? This lesson will teach you all about the habitat, diet, and life cycle of donkeys. What Are Donkeys? You just got back from the farm and saw cows, horses, and donkeys. The donkey looked a lot like the horse,...