Vlaamperd
The Vlaamperd is a South African breed of light draught or harness horse; it is also suitable for riding and is used in dressage. It was bred in the Western Cape region of South Africa in the early twentieth century, and resulted from cross-breeding of local mares with imported European stallions, particularly Friesians.
Breed facts
| Type | Horse breed |
|---|---|
| Origin | South Africa |
| Recognised use | combined driving |
| Classification | horse breed |
| Wikidata id | Q951720 |
The Vlaamperd is a South African breed of light draught or harness horse; it is also suitable for riding and is used in dressage. It was bred in the Western Cape region of South Africa in the early twentieth century, and resulted from cross-breeding of local mares with imported European stallions, particularly Friesians. The horses are usually black, though mares may be dark seal brown. A stud-book was started in 1983.
It originates in South Africa and is recognised for combined driving. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q951720.
Sources: Wikidata (Q951720) ยท Wikipedia