| Welcome To Ahura Mazda Farms! Situated on the vast expanse of the Central Illinois prairie is a critically endangered breed of small horse called Caspian. Averaging 11 to 12 hands high, these small horses are believed to be the ancestral form of the Near Eastern Horse - forerunner to most hot blood breeds in existence today. These horses were once held in such high regard, that they graced the 550 B.C. Seal of King Darius and were believed to be pets of the royal court of Persia. Then they disappeared from history about 627 A.D., and the breed was thought to be extinct for more than 1300 years. 550 B.C. Seal of King Darius battling a lion and the symbol of Ahuramazda overhead. We at Ahura Mazda Farms are very proud to be playing a part in pulling this critically endangered breed back from the edge of extinction. With approximately 1000 Caspian horses in the world today, stewardship of this breed is vitally important. Anyone may participate in the conservation of this breed through ownership or by financially supporting the Caspian Horse Society of the Americas. Our Family invites you to take a few moments to learn more about this ancient breed! Larry & Rene Taylor & Family |
| Many Thanks to the following for their kind photo contributions: George Benjamin Ariel Taylor Reed Ranch Caspian Horse Society of the Americas Please contact me before BORROWING photos from this site! |
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