Photo: Tocekas · CC BY-SA 3.0 horse breed · 671 on Animalso
Žemaitukas
- Animal
- Horse
- Origin
- Lithuania
About the Žemaitukas
The Žemaitukas is a historic horse breed from Lithuania. It may be classified as a pony, due to its relatively short stature. Known from the 6–7th centuries, it was used as a war horse by the Lithuanians during the Northern Crusades and is hailed in Lithuania as part of the state's historic heritage. Its origin is uncertain; it is related to the Estonian Native and the Konik. The breed contributed to the foundation of the Trakehner. Once popular, the breed was brought to the brink of extinction by changing agricultural demands and World War II. As of 2010, the total population is estimated at 400 individuals.
More horse breeds from Lithuania
Photo credits2 photographs on this page
- Žemaitukas — Tocekas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Lithuanian Heavy Draught — Tocekas · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
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