The video showcases various horse breeds that are known for their strength and power. The breeds featured include:
1. Russian Heavy Draft: A large and powerful breed that originated in Russia in the 19th century.
2. Belgian Heavy Draft: A breed that originated in Belgium and is known for its strength and size.
3. British Shire: A breed that originated in the UK and is known for its strength and size.
4. French Percheron: A breed that originated in France and is known for its size and strength.
5. Yakutian Horse: A breed that originated in Siberia and is known for its ability to withstand extreme cold temperatures.
6. Gypsy Vanner: A breed that originated in the UK and is known for its distinctive white coat and feathering on its legs.
7. Suffolk Punch: A breed that originated in the UK and is known for its strength and size.
8. Clydesdale: A breed that originated in Scotland and is known for its strength and size.
9. Bolognese Horse: A breed that originated in Italy and is known for its strength and size.
10. Friesian Horse: A breed that originated in the Netherlands and is known for its distinctive black coat and athletic ability.
11. Barbary Horse: A breed that originated in North Africa and is known for its endurance and athletic ability.
12. Appaloosa: A breed that originated in the USA and is known for its distinctive spotted coat.
13. Zebroid: A hybrid breed that is a cross between a zebra and a horse, known for its distinctive striped coat.
Each breed is showcased with images and descriptions of their characteristics, strength, and uses.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Russian heavy trucks were bred by crossing ancient order horses with larger individuals.
2. These horses appeared only centuries ago.
3. Belgian heavy draft horses, also known as Brabançons, have been around since the Middle Ages.
4. They were used by heavily armed knights and can weigh up to a whole ton.
5. The height of a Brabançon is only 170 centimeters.
6. Brabançons are used for work in various fields, from cattle walking to logging.
7. The meat of these horses is considered a Belgian delicacy.
8. British Shires are a breed of heavy draft horses that can weigh up to 1000 kg or more.
9. They were traditionally used to transport heavy cargo, including unusual items.
10. Shires are still used to transport calves with beer tags for breweries.
11. According to legend, Shires existed on the British Isles back in the first century AD.
12. French Percheron horses were bred in the province of Perche.
13. They were used to carry horsemen in heavy armor and later became universal tractors.
14. Percheron horses can carry almost any agricultural load and run at a decent speed.
15. The tails of Percheron horses were docked, but later animal rights activists managed to ban the practice in France.
16. Yakut horses can withstand temperatures of minus 60 degrees Celsius.
17. The height of a Yakut horse is modest, no more than 140 centimeters.
18. Gypsy draft horses are also known as Tinkers and were recognized as an official breed only a couple of decades ago.
19. They are popular in the USA and can cost between $10,000 to $25,000 per stallion.
20. Suffolk Punch horses were bred in the 16th century for use in agriculture.
21. They were used to work on heavy clay fields in East Anglia.
22. The population of Suffolk Punch horses declined sharply during the era of mechanization.
23. Only 10 purebred Suffolk Punch horses remained at the end of the last century.
24. Clydesdale horses were obtained by crossing Shire and Flemish stallions.
25. They are considered one of the strongest horse breeds in the world.
26. Two Clydesdale stallions set a record by moving a load weighing 128 tons.
27. Clydesdale horses are mainly used in the entertainment sphere, especially in the United States.
28. Bolognese horses have been around since ancient Rome.
29. They were used in military operations and for agriculture.
30. The breed declined due to two world wars and mechanization.
31. Friesian horses were bred in the province of Friesland several centuries ago.
32. They were used for military campaigns, riding in royal teams, and performing in ceremonial parades.
33. Friesian horses are considered elite and are often used in films and equestrian sports.
34. Barbary horses appeared on the African continent many centuries ago.
35. They were used to cope with harsh climatic conditions.
36. Barbary horses are partially helped by their extremely thin skin.
37. They had a huge influence on racing breeds all over the world.
38. Appaloosa horses were bred by indigenous Indians in the USA.
39. They are known for their unusual color patterns.
40. Appaloosa horses are often used in entertaining shows and movies.
41. Zebroids are hybrids of a zebra with an ordinary horse or donkey.
42. They first appeared in the early 19th century.
43. Zebroids are distinguished by their practicality but often suffer from health problems or die at birth.