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“Bhutia Horse Breed – Temperament, Height & Uses in High Altitudes”

ByRakesh Kumar 04/22/202504/12/2025Updated On 04/12/202504/22/2025

Bhutia Horse Breed

"Bhutia Horse Breed – Temperament, Height & Uses in High Altitudes"

Bhutia Horse Information

Conservation Status	Not specified (Population: 4,908 as of 2013)
Scientific Classification	Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Perissodactyla Family: Equidae Genus: Equus Species: Equus ferus caballus
Breed Type	Pack and Riding Horse
Alternate Names	Tibetan Pony (larger variant of Spiti)
Origin	Resembles Tibetan pony; native to Sikkim and Darjeeling
Breeding Tract	States: West Bengal (Darjeeling), Sikkim Coordinates: Longitude 88°–90° E, Latitude 27°–28°1′ N
Main Use	Work (Pack, Riding)
Comment on Use	Primarily used for transport on hilly terrains due to endurance.
Physical Traits	Color: Gray and bay (predominant) Height: 130–132 cm (withers) Weight: 275–360 kg Features: Strong legs, long hairs on neck and tail.
Management	System: Semi-intensive Feeding: Grazing, fodder, and concentrates Mobility: Stationary
Population (2013)	4,908 (Source: Govt. of India Livestock Survey)
Peculiarity	Adapted to high-altitude terrains; hardy and resilient.
The Rajasthan Express : Bhutia Horse Breed

"Bhutia Horse Breed – Temperament, Height & Uses in High Altitudes"

The Bhutia horse is a strong, adaptable mountain breed from the Himalayas. Explore its traits, history, and why it’s ideal for high-altitude trekking and load-bearing.”
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Rakesh Kumar

I am Rakesh Kumar, hailing from Rajasthan, and I proudly serve as a Private Veterinary Livestock Inspecter . With years of experience in the field, I am passionate about promoting the health and welfare of animals. As the administrator of The Rajasthan Express website, I am committed to delivering accurate and valuable insights into veterinary science and animal care.