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 A bay Morab under saddle | |
| Country of origin | United States |
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| Distribution | United States |
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| Color | any solid color |
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TheMorab is an Americanhorse developed through thecross-breeding ofArabian andMorgan horses. The breeding of Morab horses began in the late 1880s with the intent of creating a finecarriage horse that was still substantial enough for moderate farm labor.
The Morab originated in the late nineteenth century as a result ofcross-breeding ofArabian andMorgan stock; it retains some characteristics of each breed.[2]: 450 The first Morabregistry was created in 1973. Prior to this, Morabs were primarily undocumented horses bred for type.[citation needed] Many early Morabs were registered with theAmerican Morgan Horse Association, as the Morgan studbook was still open that time, and these horses have since been fully assimilated into the Morgan breed.[citation needed]
The Morab usually stands between 144 and 157 cm (14.1 and 15.2hands) at thewithers,[1]: 487 but may reach 163 cm (16.0 h).[2]: 450 It may be of anysolid color, includingbay,black,chestnut orgray, or sometimesbuckskin,palomino ordun.[2]: 450 [3]
The head is generally fine, with a broad forehead, large eyes, small ears, and a slightly concave profile. Themane and tail are thick, the tail high-set and often held high.[2]: 450