Anglo-Norman horse
The Anglo-Norman horse is a warmblood horse breed developed in Lower Normandy in northern France. A major center of horse breeding, the area had numerous regional types that were bred to one another and then crossed with Thoroughbreds to form the Anglo-Norman.
Breed facts
| Type | Horse breed |
|---|---|
| Origin | France |
| Classification | warmblood horse breed developed in Lower Normandy in the early 19th century, with influences from Thoroughbred, local Norman blood, and British and Russian trotting horses |
| Wikidata id | Q164220 |
The Anglo-Norman horse is a warmblood horse breed developed in Lower Normandy in northern France. A major center of horse breeding, the area had numerous regional types that were bred to one another and then crossed with Thoroughbreds to form the Anglo-Norman. Various body types developed within the Anglo-Norman breed, two of which were split off to form the Norman Cob and French Trotter. The remaining types were eventually standardized, although there remained some criticism of the "hybrid" nature of the breed's conformation. However, it is successful as an international sport horse, especially in the sport of show jumping. The Anglo-Norman also contributed to the development of several other breeds in Europe and Asia.
It originates in France. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q164220.
Sources: Wikidata (Q164220) · Wikipedia · Photograph (Wikimedia Commons)