The ancient secrets of Spain's endangered Pottoka horses
In short: Explore how one of the world's oldest horse breeds survives in isolation. This video examines the social structures, evolutionary adaptations, and survival strategies of the Pottoka horses in Spain.
The video features equine ethologist Lucy Rees, who studies the Pottokas to understand how these horses relate to one another and learn from their peers. Because they live in an isolated environment in Spain, these horses provide a unique opportunity to observe how an ancient breed evolves and adapts to specific environmental dangers.
The study of these horses is part of a unique project aimed at uncovering the secrets of their survival as they face the threat of extinction.
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