A popular misconception about Haflingers is that they are all palominos – but they're not. Their coat color can range from light to dark chestnut with light manes and tails. Most horses have white or flaxen manes and tails. Any deviations from those shades are considered undesirable. The Haflinger is known for being a hardy, energetic horse with great endurance. They are generally very smart and have excellent working skills. These characteristics have made them a favorite of horse-loving people throughout the world. Haflingers are found in the northern hemisphere, including North America, Europe, Russia and Asia. They were originally bred in the southern part of the Black Forest in Germany and Austria. They were originally bred to work in mountainous regions as pack animals.