Sorraia
The Sorraia is a rare breed of horse indigenous to the portion of the Iberian Peninsula, in the Sorraia River basin, in Portugal. The Sorraia is known for its primitive features, including a convex profile and dun coloring with primitive markings.
Breed facts
| Type | Horse breed |
|---|---|
| Origin | Portugal |
| Classification | horse breed |
| Wikidata id | Q927650 |
The Sorraia is a rare breed of horse indigenous to the portion of the Iberian Peninsula, in the Sorraia River basin, in Portugal. The Sorraia is known for its primitive features, including a convex profile and dun coloring with primitive markings. Concerning its origins, a theory has been advanced by some authors that the Sorraia is a descendant of primitive horses belonging to the naturally occurring wild fauna of Southern Iberia. Studies are currently ongoing to discover the relationship between the Sorraia and various wild horse types, as well as its relationship with other breeds from the Iberian Peninsula and Northern Africa.
It originates in Portugal. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q927650.
Sources: Wikidata (Q927650) · Wikipedia · Photograph (Wikimedia Commons)