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Akhal-Teke Horse: Turkmen Breed Profile
- Animal
- Horse
- Type
- Oriental horse
- Origin
- Turkmenistan
- Height
- 1.52 cm
- Weight
- 465 kg
From Turkmenistan, the Akhal-Teke is an Oriental horse breed associated with speed, endurance and intelligence. It has a thin mane and a distinctive metallic sheen. Recorded height is 1.52 m and weight is 465 kg. About 6,600 are said to exist, mainly in Turkmenistan.
What it is
Turkmenistan is home to the Akhal-Teke, a horse breed classed as an Oriental type and known for speed and endurance.
The name refers to the Akhal oasis line along the Köpetdag mountains and the Teke tribe of Turkmens.
Background
This breed is associated with intelligence, a thin mane and a metallic coat sheen. That sheen gave it the nickname “Golden Horses.”
Noted traits
Akhal-Tekes have a reputation for speed, endurance and intelligence. They are adapted to severe climatic conditions.
The breed is thought to be one of the oldest existing horse breeds.
Points to know
About 6,600 Akhal-Tekes are said to exist. Most are in Turkmenistan, with others in Europe and North America.
The recorded profile gives height and weight, but no lifespan or breeding-purpose detail.
Pricing
No pricing information is provided in this profile.
Who may want another profile
Choose a broader horse breeds guide if you need comparisons with breeds whose lifespan or working purpose is recorded.
Verdict
The Akhal-Teke is a distinctive Turkmen horse for readers drawn to its history, Oriental type and reputation for stamina. Its measured size is clear: 1.52 m tall and 465 kg. The breed’s limited stated population and concentration in Turkmenistan add useful context. Look elsewhere if your decision depends on lifespan, a defined original job or more detailed ownership information.
What stands out
- Turkmen origin and a clearly recorded breed identity
- Reputation for speed, endurance and intelligence
- Adapted to severe climatic conditions
- Distinctive metallic coat sheen and thin mane
Worth knowing
- Estimated worldwide population is about 6,600
- Most Akhal-Tekes are concentrated in Turkmenistan
- No lifespan figure is recorded here
- The profile does not state what the breed was bred to do
Suits
- Readers tracing Turkmen horse breeds and their origins
- People interested in Oriental horse types and distinctive traits
Think twice if
- You need lifespan or original-purpose details before comparing horses
- You want a profile with ownership or care guidance
In short
The Akhal-Teke stands out as a Turkmen breed with a long history, a metallic sheen and a reputation for speed, endurance and intelligence. Its recorded size is 1.52 m and 465 kg. Most of the estimated 6,600 horses live in Turkmenistan, although the breed also appears in Europe and North America. This profile suits readers researching origin and identifying traits. It is less useful for anyone who needs lifespan, care guidance or a documented breeding role before choosing a horse.
Questions
Where does the Akhal-Teke come from?
The breed originates in Turkmenistan.
How tall is an Akhal-Teke?
The recorded height is 1.52 m.
How much does an Akhal-Teke weigh?
The recorded weight is 465 kg.
What is the Akhal-Teke known for?
It has a reputation for speed, endurance and intelligence, along with a thin mane and metallic coat sheen.
How many Akhal-Tekes are there?
About 6,600 are said to exist, with most in Turkmenistan.
Why are Akhal-Tekes called Golden Horses?
Their distinctive metallic sheen led to the nickname “Golden Horses.”
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