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Przewalski's horse

Scientific name: Equus przewalskii


Przewalski's horse

IUCN Status: Vulnerable

Family: EGUINIDAE

Group: Mammals

Shyness: Suspicious

Safe distance: 50 m

Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12

Gestation: 300 à 350 jours

Births: 31.12-15.01


Habitat:
Steppes, grasslands, and open areas

Description:
Przewalski's horse is a rare and hardy species of wild horse native to the steppes of Central Asia. It is the last true wild horse species still in existence, descended from ancestors that survived the Ice Age. This horse is characterized by its small size, tawny coat, and erect mane. Although it disappeared from the wild, it has been successfully reintroduced to its native habitats. Threatened by habitat loss and hunting, it is currently considered a vulnerable species.

Recommended lens:
>=400 mm

Photography tips:
Photograph the Przewalski's horse using a telephoto lens to capture its majestic silhouette in the vast steppe. The best times to photograph are early in the morning or late in the afternoon when the light is soft and the horses are active. Be discreet and respectful of their space, as these wild horses remain sensitive to human approach.

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