Karabair

Of the most ancient breeds in Central Asia is the Karabair.  The breed was established with the influence of several southern and steppe breeds in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.  The build of the Karabair is that of a typical saddle and harness horse.

The Karabair breed resembles the Persian, Turkmenian and Arabian horses, with their medium sized head and straight profile.  They have wide, well muscled loins and medium shoulders.  Most are bay colored, chesnut or grey, with some black.  The average height of Karabair's, as recorded in the studbook is 156 cm at the withers.

Karabair has good endurance and quite versatile working abilities. They're used in show and eventing for both short and long distance speed, and in equestrian sports like kok-par.  They are of sound health, average longevity and have normal fertility of about 75 foals for every 100 mare Karabair's.