Andravida
Intro
Also called the Eleia, Ilia, or Greek, little is known about the Andravida which is a very rare light draft breed found in the region of Ilia, Greece.
Origins
Their ancestors were cavalry horses used by the Athenians in the fourth century BC. Later, in the seventh century BC the Greek cavalry used the Andravida as a war mount as well.
During the 13th to 15th centuries Arabian blood was used to refine the stock which created the lighter animal known today.
Traditionally, this breed is not bred outside of the area of Ilia, which is the main reason the horse is so rare today.
Features
Average height 14 – 16 hands
Large, strong horse
Physique
Unremarkable head
Chest is deep and muscular
Legs are stocky and powerful
Traditional Colors
black | chestnut | bay | dun | palomino & buckskin
Temperament
Strong and willing draft type
Use
Riding horses
Work animals
Transportation