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Horse Breed Project
What was the horses purpose or job? Why are they well known?
Mustangs are often considered a wild breed.
How tall are they in hands? Weight?
The average height for a mustang 4ft 7in (13.5 hands), the average weight is 750 pounds
5 facts about this breed
-This breed is pregnant for about 11 months
-Not fully mature for 5 years
-The name mustang comes from the Spanish word ustengo, it means ownerless horse or stray horse.
-Group of female mustangs are called a harem
-Often referred to as a wild breed, but that fact is debated.