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The Whisper of Stars: The Horse Is a Mainstay of Siberian Life |
| Section: CULTURE / PEOPLES |
| Author: Bryan Alexander |
| Publication: The world & I online |
| Issue Date: 1/1/2000 |
| Size: 1,379 Words, 8,390 Characters |
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Horses might not be a sight normally associated with this harsh environment, but this hardy breed--known as "Yakut"--thrives in the Siberian Republic of Sakha (more commonly known as Yakutia). Remarkably, these horses fend for themselves during the long and bitter Siberian winters. They require no shelter or supplementary feeding, even though the region has the coldest climate in the entire Northern Hemisphere.
Not only do the horses survive the cold, but they also endure the sweltering heat of summer. Temperatures can rise to over 100*F. The region can experience the greatest annual temperature range of anywhere on earth.
During the winter, much of Yakutia experiences a temperature inversion. This results in an unusual phenomenon. When the temperature dips below --63*F, you can oft...
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...nd. In winter they are fed hay every day after work and are regularly groomed to remove any ice that has formed in their hair. A strong bond is formed between the herders and their horses. The Yakuts are understandably proud of their unique herds. The people's own survival has been intimately linked to the hardy animal that adapted so well to the most extreme climatic conditions in the world.
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