What is the behavioral adaptations for the wild horse?

Answer 1

Mostely the same of a horses, they have to adapt to hunters, they hve to adapt to the weather nd the wild animals Wild horses vary from domesticated horses in the sense that their survival instincts are more honed. Wild horses must learn to live on less food and harsher climates. In this they learn to live on less, their feet never need shoes or trimmed as they are hardend from birth and the land naturally trims them. They learn where to water in all seasons and where the best food sources are as well. They are very dependent on herds for warmth and strength against predators. Wild horses fear everything. Domesticated horses are different in the fact that they have learned to depend on humans for their shelter, food, safety and health needs. Hope this helps, if not feel free to email me with more questions.

Answer 2

They have eyes on the sides of their heads to see predators
good hearing
strong hooves to walk on the harsh hard ground,
long thick coat to keep out cold,
they live in herds for warmth and strength against predators,
they flee when they are scared or sometimes rear,
they don't have much food so they learn to live with that!!!!

Answer 3

From the tiny 3-toed animal that is the pre-historic ancestor to modern horse, Equis has continued to evolve and thrive. One of the reasons for it's success is the fact that it is a herd animal. It is true there is safety in numbers. They developed speed, superior eyesight that can see almost 180 degrees on both sides. Superior hearing and sense of smell that can catch a preditor sneaking up while he is still far enough away to allow escape.

It is no wonder that when mankind moved out of the cave and stopped dragging his knuckles he looked around and was spellbound by the horse. For thousands of years they have done our 'grunt' work, protected us, helped us evolve and been our companions and for little more than food and some protection from their natural preditors.

Answer 4

Wild and feral horses have adapted several things over the years, these include but are not limited to; Strong hooves, compact builds, high levels of intelligence, endurance, efficient digestive tracts, and many other things.

Answer 5

If you look at herds of wild horses and compare them to our domestic breeds you will see many differences. Wild horses are usually smaller in stature, usually around 15 HH. Most domestic horses are taller. It is much easier to maintain a smaller body size in the winter months. Hooves are tough on wild horses and wear down as they move from one place to another in search of better grazing and fresh water supplies. Domestic horses on the other hand don't roam over large expanses of land so they need regular foot care from a farrier.

Horses are herd animals and they know instinctively that there is safety in numbers. Many pairs of eyes and ears keep all members safer from large preditors. Within the herd there is a certain pecking order, which you will find with domestic horses also, usually to a lessor extent. One stallion will claim a band of mares for his own. They will remain his only as long as he can defend them from other stallions. Although the reining stud has exclusive breeding rights to his band the boss is really the 'alpha' mare. She leads the herd of other mares and youngsters and keeps the resident stallion in line. Young males are run off between their first and second birthday to ensure against inbreeding, which will eventually weaken the herd. Horses, wild and domestic, are masters of body language. It is how they relate to each other and how they relate to humans as well. In fact your horse will be able to tell what mood you are in before you ever utter a word to him. He will size you up and act accordingly as he sees fit. If you pay close attention your horse will speak volumes to you.

Answer 6

Wild and Feral horses have the same adaptions as domestic horses, it is not something that can be bred out of them completely. Feral and wild horses are quick to react to any perceived danger and will either run or fight depending on the situation. They are also more attuned to body language from other horses and animals. A feral or wild horse will also be more likely to avoid toxic plants than a domesticated horse.

Answer 7

One adaptation of a mustang is that they have to ability to always find water. They also live in packs for safety.