Facts About Horses Horse is a mammal, found residing in almost
all the parts of the world. A beautiful animal, it belongs to
the Mammalia class and has the binomial (scientific) name of
Equus Caballus. Not only are horses graceful, but also very
athletic and highly energetic. They have been used for domestic
chores since ages and have formed a very warm bond with human
beings. Horses have also been eulogized in religion, mythology,
and art and have played a very important role in transportation,
agriculture and warfare in the past. In this article, we have
provided some fun facts and interesting information on horses.
Facts about Horses - Binomial Name: Equus Caballus - Class:
Mammalia (Mammals) - Order: Perissodactyla - Family: Equidae -
Genus: Equus - Species: E. Caballus - Height : Depends on the
breed - Weight: Depends on the breed - Teeth (male): 40-44 -
Teeth (female): 36 - Color: Usually black, brown, cream or gray
- Age: 25 to 30 years - Oldest Horse: Old Billy (62 years) -
Smallest Breed: Falebella (