Questions and Answers
What is a stallion?
What is the definition of a mare?
Mature female horse
What defines a gelding?
Castrated male horse
What is a colt?
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What is the definition of a filly?
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Study Notes
Horse Genders
- Stallion: Refers to an uncastrated adult male horse, typically used for breeding purposes.
- Mare: A term for a fully mature female horse, known for its reproductive role and often for riding and competition.
- Gelding: Denotes a male horse that has been castrated, rendering it unable to breed, often resulting in a calmer demeanor suitable for various uses.
- Colt: Represents a young male horse, specifically under the age of four, when physical and behavioral characteristics are still developing.
- Filly: Indicates a young female horse, also under four years old, often recognized for its growth stage before reaching maturity.
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