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The Akhal-Teke, 'Ahalteke' in turkmen language, horse breed (pronounced Ah-cull Tek-y) is a breed from Turkmenistan, where they are the national emblem. It is named after the nomadic tribe that bred them. They are racehorses, noted for their endurance on long marches and are thought to be the predecessors of the Arabian and English thoroughbred breeds. These beautiful "golden-horses' are adapted to severe climatic conditions and are thought to be one of the oldest surviving breeds. There are currently about 3,500 Akhal-Tekes in the world, mostly in Turkmenistan and Russia, although they are also found in Germany and the United States.
Alexander the Great's horse, Bucephalus, is said to have been an Akhal-Teke.
Breed characteristics
The Akhal-Teke's most notable and defining characteristic is the natural metallic bloom of its coat. This is especially seen in the palominos and buckskins, as well as the lighter bays, although some horses "shimmer" more than others, and is thought to have been used as camouflage in the desert, where the heat causes the desert to shimmer. The Akhal-Teke is known for its form and grace as a show jumper. Also noteworthy are the breed's almond-shaped eyes. The breed is very tough and resilient, due to the harshness of the Turkmenistan lands, where it must live without much food or water. This has also made the horses good for sport. The breed has great endurance, as shown in 1935 when a group of Turkmen horsemen rode the 2500 miles from Ashgabat to Moscow in a mere 84 days, including a three-day crossing of 235 miles of desert without water. More on [ Akhal-Teke ]
The Akhal-Teke, 'Ahalteke' in the Turkmen language, is a breed of horse from Turkmenistan. They are the national emblem of the country.
hilalplaza (HilalPlaza.com) Wed, 16 Dec 2009 10:55:22 -0000
The Akhal-Teke, 'Ahalteke' in the Turkmen language, is a breed of horse from Turkmenistan. They are the national emblem of the country.
The Akhal-Teke Network - A complete resource for Akhal-Teke enthusiasts listing breed facts, shows, sires, breeders, nationas and internations associations, web links, and a glossary. Multiple links to all Akhal-Teke sites on the web.
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Akhal-Teke - Mailing list for Akhal-Teke fanciers, from Yahoo Groups. Information on how to join, and online message archives.
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The Akhal-Teke - Breed history, characteristics and pictures.
The Turanian Horse Website - Contains articles on the history and evolution of the breed. Includes photos, news articles, list of breeders, and a list of resources used in compiling the site.
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