Horse Facts and Trivia

The video is a Science Trek episode hosted by Joan Cartan-Hansen, featuring Myron Amsden and Dr. Madison Seamans. It covers various topics about horses, including why they stand while sleeping, the tallest horse, horse breeds, feral horses, the Appaloosa as Idaho's state horse, horse weight, gestation period, manes, behavior, colors, strength, and speed. The episode concludes with a thank you to the guests and information on where to find more resources.

What is the primary reason horses can sleep while standing?

• They have a stay apparatus.

• They are trained to do so.

• They have a special diet.

• They are always alert.

What is the name of the tallest horse in the world?

• Tall Tom

• Mighty Max

• Giant George

• Big John

Approximately how many recognized breeds of horses are there worldwide?

• 50

• 100

• 500

• 200

What is a feral horse?

• A horse that is trained

• A horse that is extinct

• A horse that is wild

• A horse that is domesticated

Who was responsible for making the Appaloosa the state horse of Idaho?

• Myron Amsden

• Dr. Madison Seamans

• Representative Tom Trail

• Governor Andrus

What is the average weight of a backyard horse?

• 1500 pounds

• 2000 pounds

• 1000 pounds

• 500 pounds

How long is the gestation period of a horse?

• 300 days

• 200 days

• 345 days

• 400 days

Why do horses have manes?

• To store food

• To attract mates

• To help them run faster

• To keep cool and look nice

What is one reason horses might kick?

• To defend their space

• To communicate with other horses

• To express hunger

• To show affection

How fast can a Quarter Horse run?

• 43 miles per hour

• 40 miles per hour

• 35 miles per hour

• 30 miles per hour