Wild Horse
Equus ferus
Very high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Wild Horse
The wild horse (Equus ferus) is a species of the genus Equus, which includes as subspecies the modern domesticated horse (Equus ferus caballus) as well as the undomesticated tarpan (Equus ferus ferus, now extinct), and the endangered Przewalski's horse (Equus ferus przewalskii). Przewalski's horse had reached the brink of extinction but was reintroduced successfully back into the wild. The tarpan became extinct in the 19th century, though it is a possible ancestor of the domestic horse;...
Key Facts
- Endangered - this species needs our protection.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Wild Horse?
The scientific name of the Wild Horse is Equus ferus.
Is the Wild Horse endangered?
The Wild Horse is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
How many Wild Horse sightings have been recorded?
979 observations of the Wild Horse have been recorded on iNaturalist.
