Maremmano
The Maremmano is a breed of horse originating in the Maremma area of Tuscany and northern Lazio in Italy. Traditionally a hardy working horse used by the Butteri for livestock management, it is today principally a saddle horse.
Breed facts
| Type | Horse breed |
|---|---|
| Origin | Italy |
| Classification | breed of horse |
| Wikidata id | Q1894708 |
The Maremmano is a breed of horse originating in the Maremma area of Tuscany and northern Lazio in Italy. Traditionally a hardy working horse used by the Butteri for livestock management, it is today principally a saddle horse. Extensive crossing with Thoroughbred and other breeds has led to a more athletic type, the Maremmano migliorato, or "Improved Maremmano".
It originates in Italy. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q1894708.
Sources: Wikidata (Q1894708) · Wikipedia · Photograph (Wikimedia Commons)