The young are born in April or May, and they suckle for 6 - 7 months. The Przewalski's herd at Marwell was formed in 1970, before the Zoological Park was opened to the public. The horses have bred extremely well . At present, a number of political and other factors prohibit the re-establishment of Przewalski's Horses in their most recent stronghold, Mongolia. At Marwell, in addition to grazing in large, grassy paddocks, the Przewalski's Horses receive a diet of pony nuts, oats, bran and hay.
Most hoofed animals spend some of their time on a hardstanding.
This solid substrate area outside their housing is made of concrete and hardcore, which acts as a natural abrasive on the hooves. Like fingernails, hooves grow continuously, so they would become distorted unless kept worn down sufficiently. Click here for the the Animal Information Index.