Barbe
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Language
fr.
Transboundary name
Barb
Other name
Barb
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Other special qualities
This breed is an excellent saddle horse, characterised by its endurance and rusticity.
Color comments
uni coloured: chestnut, grey, bay
Wither height males
155
Wither height females
150
Weight males
500.00
Weight females
400.00
Other specific visible traits
These animals are streamlined with a light profile.
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Location within country
originated in the steppe zones of Tebessa, M'sila, Barika, Tiaret, Saida, Boussaada and Setif
Local cryo conservation status
Not Sufficient
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Not at Risk
Arabe Barbe
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Language
fr.
Transboundary name
West African Barb
Other name
West African Barb, Arab-Barb
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Adaptability to specific environment
These animals do not require much attention and can survive under harsh conditions.
Other special qualities
The breed is bigger and stronger than Arab horses with high hind quarters and feet especially adapted for speed. This breed has been introduced into horse shows since 1975. The breed has been used in wars, for cultural festivals and for work.
Color comments
uni coloured: grey
Wither height males
155
Wither height females
155
Weight males
500.00
Weight females
400.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
This breed is the result of a cross between Arab and Barb horses and is the best known horse breed in Algeria.
Local cryo conservation status
Not Sufficient
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Unknown
Tuareg
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Transboundary name
Tuareg
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Color comments
multi coloured: pied brown, sometimes black pied
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Wither height males
76
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Variety
Description of origin
variety of Sahelian
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Not at Risk
Sahelian
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Language
eng.
Transboundary name
Sahelian
Other name
Bariolee du Sahel, Fulani, Touareg, West African Longlegged, Sahel
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is highly susceptible to trypanosomiasis and can be reared only in areas not affected by this disease.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The following data are given for this breed: Prolificacy: 125%; Fecundity: 105%: Fertility 100%.
Other special qualities
These are very hardy animals which can remain two days without drinking.
Color comments
comment: various colours
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
72
Wither height females
63
Weight males
50.00
Weight females
34.00
Other specific visible traits
large sized animals, toggles and beards common
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Location within country
high plateaux and in northern regions of Algeria
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Not at Risk
Mzabite
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Other name
M'zab, Touggourt, Algerian Red
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Specific reproductive characteristic
This breed produces young twice a year. The following data were given: Prolificacy: 160-200%; Fecundity: 140%.
Color comments
uni coloured: predominantly chamois (fawn), also black, brown, white
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
68
Wither height females
65
Weight males
50.00
Weight females
35.00
Other specific visible traits
Nubian type, long hair, long droopy ears
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
The breed originated in Metlili, Ghardaia region.
Location within country
southern Algeria
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Makatia
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is highly susceptible to trypanosomiasis and can be reared only in areas not affected by this disease.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The following data are given for this breed: Prolificacy: 125%; Fecundity: 105%: Fertility 100%.
Other special qualities
These are very hardy animals which can remain two days without drinking.
Color comments
comment: various colours
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
72
Wither height females
63
Weight males
50.00
Weight females
34.00
Other specific visible traits
large sized animals, toggles and beards common
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
variety of Sahelian
Location within country
high plateaux and in northern regions of Algeria.
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Kabyle
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Color comments
uni coloured: brown multi coloured: black, brown
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
68
Wither height females
55
Weight males
55.00
Weight females
37.50
Other specific visible traits
small size, long hair, long droopy ears
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Location within country
Kabyle Mountains and Dahra
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Berber
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Transboundary name
Berber
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Horn shape size and comments
in west horns are shorter
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Unknown
Arabe
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Transboundary name
Sahelian
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Locally adapted
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Specific resistance or tolerance
Very sensitive to trypanosomiasis.
Other special qualities
Rustic animals that can do two days without water.
Color comments
multi coloured: polychrome, often white with russet-red, black and grey
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Wither height males
70
Domestication status
domestic
Description of origin
related to the Nubian goat breed
Location within country
high plateaus and the septentrional areas of the Sahara
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Not at Risk
Targui
Country
Specie
ISO3
DZA
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Color comments
comment: light coloured or spotted
Weight males
700.00
Weight females
600.00
Other specific visible traits
Strong, muscular legs. Small hump and tail .
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
Breed of the Tuareg of the North (fr.)
Location within country
Hoggar and central Sahara
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
