Friesian horse

Friesian horse
	Friesian horse
Other names	Belgian Black (UK)
Country of origin	Netherlands
Traits
Height	15 to 17 hands (60 to 68 inches, 152 to 173 cm);
Colour	Black
Distinguishing features	Black, powerfully muscled, agile with elegant action, thick mane and tail, feather on lower legs.
Breed standards
	Friesian Horse Association of North America;
	Equus ferus caballus;

The Friesian (Fries paard in Dutch) is a horse breed originating in Friesland in north Netherlands. The breed nearly became extinct on more than one occasion. It is classified as a light draught horse, and the modern day Friesian horse is used for riding and driving. The Friesian horse is most known for its all-black coat colour, its long flowing mane and tail, feathering on its legs, a high head carriage, and high stepping action.

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