Horse Color Explored: Over 150 Breeds, Types, And Variations

Everyone stops and stares at a horse with a beautiful or unusual color. So striking are the variations of bay, gray, chestnut, black, solid, and spotted that many people breed for specific combinations. This has led to a marked increase in international interest in the study of horse color genetics--as well as a need for an easy-to-use reference suitable for the layperson who also wants to understand the science behind it all. In these pages, horsewoman and genetics specialist Vera Kurskaya puts forward a guide that aims to not only provide basic information about horse color appropriate for a general audience, but also explore the specifics of inheritance and recent color genetics research certain to inform serious aficionados worldwide. With 200+ color photographs in handy reference sections throughout, as well as an in-depth look at special hair features, the evolution of horse color, and the effect of color onperformance, fertility, and character,Horse Color Explored is a fascinating and valuable resource for the modern horseperson.

• | Author: Vera Kurskaya, Michal Prochazka
• | Publisher: Trafalgar Square Books
• | Publication Date: May 23, 2017
• | Number of Pages: 172 pages
• | Language: English
• | Binding: Paperback/Pets
• | ISBN-10: 1570767319
• | ISBN-13: 9781570767319