Page Last Updated: 03/20/2019
This mysterious pony has a truly unusual and sad history. From Assateague Island, spread across the two states of Maryland and Virginia in the USA, the Chincoteague has lived and developed in peace and freedom for many generations. How they got there in the first place is a mystery, but theory has it that today's Chincoteague are descended from the horses traveling upon a Spanish galleon which sank off the island in the 16th century.
Life on the island has never been easy. Not much grazing, terrible storms and heavy inbreeding have all combined to almost eradicate the little population. Crossing with Shetland and Welsh ponies has strengthened the breed, and contributions from the public as well as efforts from the local fire brigade have all worked to make the Chincoteague strong and viable again.
The Chincoteague still live wild on their island, but once a year they're gathered together and a select few colts are auctioned off. The proceeds from the auction go towards caring for and protecting the herd.
Of course it didn't take long for the horse lovers of Jorvik to bring the beautiful Chincoteague to the island, and this hardy, intelligent and easy-to-train horse is very much loved. Click for more in depth info for this breed.
Life on the island has never been easy. Not much grazing, terrible storms and heavy inbreeding have all combined to almost eradicate the little population. Crossing with Shetland and Welsh ponies has strengthened the breed, and contributions from the public as well as efforts from the local fire brigade have all worked to make the Chincoteague strong and viable again.
The Chincoteague still live wild on their island, but once a year they're gathered together and a select few colts are auctioned off. The proceeds from the auction go towards caring for and protecting the herd.
Of course it didn't take long for the horse lovers of Jorvik to bring the beautiful Chincoteague to the island, and this hardy, intelligent and easy-to-train horse is very much loved. Click for more in depth info for this breed.
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Base Stats: Strength +4 ~ Discipline +2 ~ Agility +1
Last Seen @: Fort Pinta |
Last Seen @: South Hoof |
Available at: Horse Market
Base Stats: Strength +4 ~ Discipline +2 ~ Agility +1
Base Stats: Strength +4 ~ Discipline +2 ~ Agility +1
** For those who like to read: there are a few old novels called "Misty of Chincoteague", "Stormy: Misty's Foal", "Sea Star: Orphaned Foal of Chincoteague" and "Misty's Twilight" written by Margaret Henry which are stories of Chincoteague Ponies. Misty of Chincoteague was also made into a film, and is well worth watching. ;)