Horses are mammals that lead a herd life. equus caballus is the scientific name for a horse. Fastest recorded speed of a horse is 64km/h (40mph). 25-30 years is a usual life span for the mammal. The animal has a weight of 380-550kg (840-1,200lbs). 142-163cm (56-64in) is a size of a horse.
Facts about horses
Name | Horse |
Class | Mammalia |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Top Speed | 64km/h (40mph) |
Diet | Herbivore |
Predators | Human, wolf, bears |
Colour | Brown, white, black |
Genus | Equus |
Scientific Name | Equus caballus |
Type | Mammal |
Family | Equidae |
Weight | 380-550kg (840-1,200lbs) |
Average Litter Size | 1 |
Main Prey | Grass, fruit, leaves |
Habitat | Small forests and grassland |
Conservation Status | Threatened |
Life Span | 25-30 years |
Phylum | Chordata |
Size | 142-163cm (56-64in) |
Order | Perissodactyla |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Skin Type | Hair |