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Timor pony
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Timor pony

Country Of Origin Indonesia
History and Background The breed Flores is, in fact, not a horse but a pony. The breed originated in Indonesia, specifically in the Flores Isle. The breed is very rare and little data has been gathered about it. It is commonly used for riding and light draft work. It is also used for cow duty and light farm work.
The Flores breed supposedly originated from Timor, Indonesia and it is named after Indonesia’s Flores Isle. Little information is available about this pony, however, and Indonesian authorities give very different versions of the horse’s origin.
Apparently, the Flores is a result of breeding Mongolian and West Asian (or Oriental) breeds of horses. However, it probably carries the mark of other breeds as well. A lot of horses were brought to Indonesia, after all. Genetic testing and other types of breed evaluation were used and it was found out that the Flores has genes that seem to be from African or Asian horse breeds. In conclusion, the Flores is simply a breed that is a result of unknown cross-breeding.
Use Today Agriculture and light draft work, Riding horse, Ranch horse
Height 10 to 12 hands high (40 to 48 inches, 102 to 122 cm)
Colour Bay, Black, Chestnut, Grey
Characteristics Timor Ponies are strong, frugal, and agile, and have a quiet and willing temperament. The ponies have a narrow frame, short back, muscular neck, prominent withers, and a sloping croup. The shoulders tend to be straight, but the legs and feet are strong.
Personality and Temperament The Flores Pony is said to be very patient and quiet. It is a calm and amiable breed.
Other Considerations They are used by the local people for cattle work, as well as riding, driving, and light farm work. Many of these ponies have been exported to Australia, where they have had an influence on the breeding of the Australian Pony.
Sixty Timor Ponies that were imported into Australia formed the foundation of the Coffin Bay Pony breed that was developed in South Australia.
The Timor Pony is referenced in the poem The Man from Snowy River by Banjo Paterson, first published in 1890.
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