The Sumba horse or also called sandalwood pony is named after the islands on which they are bred — Sumba and sandalwood in the past is the most commodity of this island. This islands is a part of Indonesia country located in east Indonesia.
The horses is today used for pack, riding, and light draft work.
The ponies is quick, agile, athletic, and fast, with great endurance, and a willing temperament. The ponies average height is around 130 – 142 cm.
The Sumba has a heavy head, short, muscular neck, and low withers.
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