Andalusians are popular movie horses. This fairytale-like breed has been featured in numerous historical and fantasy movies. Their majestic outline, expressive movement, and abundant manes and tails make these horses ideal for movies.
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The Andalusian (a.k.a. Pure Spanish Horse or PRE - "pura raza española") is descended from the Iberian horses of Spain and Portugal, and derives its name from its place of origin, the Spanish region of Andalusia. Throughout its history, it has been known for its prowess as a war horse, and was prized by the nobility.
They are one of the oldest Iberian horse breeds and are famous for their intelligence, agility, good temperament and for their sparkling silver colors. In the US, over 80% of them are gray. The remaining horses are 15% bay and 5% black, chestnut, dun, or palomino.
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In the early history, superstitious beliefs were associated with the breed. Certain white markings and whorls in the horses coat were considered to be indicators of character and good or bad luck.
⁌ Horses with white socks on their feet were considered to have good or bad luck, depending on the leg or legs marked.
⁍ A horse with no white markings at all was considered to be ill-tempered, while certain facial markings were considered representative of honesty, loyalty and endurance.
⁌ Hair whorls in various places were considered to show good or bad luck, with the most unlucky being in places on the body where the horse could not see them, for example, the temples, cheek, shoulder or heart.
⁍ Two whorls near the root of the tail were considered a sign of courage and good luck.