They are descendants of tame horses that either escaped or were let free as early as 400 years ago. These majestic animals are nomadic herbivores. They eat grasses and spend most of the day grazing.
Mares give birth to a single foal in the spring.
It can walk within the hour. Mustangs, like all horses, have hoofed feet. The hooves and teeth continue to grow throughout the horse's life. Horses have a narrow, flowing mane. They have large nostrils that let them get lots of air quickly.