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When they shake their mane, often they can rid themselves of flies that are on their neck (unless, of course, their mane is kept short in captivity). Also, it is thought to be supposed to help water run off the horse's neck if the horse cannot find shelter.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoHorses have tails to keep the flys away.
But i don't know why horses have manes
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Do all horses have manes?
No. Not necessarily.
Why does snowball destroy the ribbons that were used to decorate the horses' manes and tails?
Why does Snowball destroy the ribbons that were used to decorate the horses' manes and tails after the rebellion?
Why did Indians put feathers in the horses manes?
The reason why Indians put feathers in the horse's mane was to show that theirs was a war horse. The feather was used to symbolize this.
What is the popularity of a horse?
Horses are magestic animals. In my book, horses make the world go round. then i think why wouldent they be a popular animal?- there beautiful colors, hoofs,manes,tails who wouldent love them? hope this helped with your troubles! aka-horse freak!
Can lionesses have manes?
Surprisingly yes
Why do wild horses have stand up manes but domestic horses don't?
Not all wild horses have erect manes and not all domestic horses have 'floppy' manes. Some wild horses developed erect manes to help with camouflage and cooling. While domestic horses and other wild horses mainly have floppy manes to help shoo away bugs.
Do bay horses have black manes?
Yes, bay do horses have black manes or very very dark brown.
Do all horses have manes?
No. Not necessarily.
Why does snowball destroy the ribbons that were used to decorate the horses' manes and tails?
Why does Snowball destroy the ribbons that were used to decorate the horses' manes and tails after the rebellion?
Do buckskin horses always have black manes?
No. Buckskins can have black, brown and dark brown manes and tails.
Is it only male horses that have manes?
no, all horses have manes unless the owner has decided to 'hog' the horse (cut its mane off) or it rubs it out on a fence etc.
Which farm animal has a mane?
Horses and ponies have manes.
Is wild horses hair long?
yes, compared to up-kept domestic horses manes and tails.
How do you braid horses' manes and tails?
Buy a book and it will tell you. Most good books will have how to braid their manes and tails they should also have pictures to guide you.
What are some ways to braid horses manes?
Braid a horses mane like a persons hair, there isn't really anything different between the two.
How big are bay horses?
Bay horses can be any size, as bay refers to a coloring of horse, in which their body is brown, and they have black manes, tails, and points.
How did the horse get its Main?
Horses developed manes over time as a way to help shield themselves from flies.
