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Fluffy & Parky Friday
Author: wickedpam    Date: 08/27/2021 12:52:24

Thought I'd combo the Friday blog and do something fluffy and with a nod to our National Parks.

The Assateaque Wild Horses
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Local folklore describes the Assateague horses as survivors of a shipwreck off the Virginia coast. While this dramatic tale of struggle and survival is popular, there are no records yet that confirm it. The most plausible explanation is that they are the descendants of horses that were brought to barrier islands like Assateague in the late 17th century by mainland owners to avoid fencing laws and taxation of livestock.
Assateague's Wild Horses - NPS


Also know as Chincoteague ponies on the Virginia side.
The Chincoteague Pony became an official registered breed in 1994. The average height of a Chincoteague Pony is between 12 and 13 hands (any horse that stands less than 14 hands is considered a Pony). Chincoteague Ponies are stocky, with short legs, thick manes, and large, round bellies. Chincoteague Ponies



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No matter how they got there, the now wild ponies are beautiful, hardy, and a sight to behold.


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Have a good weekend and please stay safe everyone.

Mala
 
 

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