Argentina is an enormous country and one that spans a number of different geographical climates. In prehistoric times horses may have existed in modern Argentina, however they all died out during the last Ice Age.
Modern Horses
Today most of the breeds found in this country are the ancestors of Spanish animals brought over during the 16th century. Many of them only recently officially recognized as breeds themselves, however almost all of them share lineage to some degree.
Interesting Fact
Argentina is home to one of the smallest breeds on the planet, the Falabella, they are a man made breed, but based on native animals. Early in the 19th century the Pampas tribes found some unusually small animals among their herd. This attracted the attention of an Irishman who purchased the small stock and began a selective breeding program. The result was a tiny equine with perfectly proportioned horse characteristics.
Argentinian Horse Breeds
Argentine Anglo
Argentine Criollo
Argentine Polo Pony
Argentinian Ranch Horse
Beguales Horse
Bergmann Pony
Cimarron Horse
Criollo
Falabella
Petiso Pony
Horses of the World
This is just the start of a fun new series, sharing the different horse breeds of each different county. Please let me know in the comments below if I’m missing any breeds of Argentina & check back next week for the breeds of Australia.