The Icelandic Horse by Orvaratli

Tuesday, 8th September 2009

The Icelandic Horse

by Orvaratli

The Icelandic horse is a classic subject for photographers here in Iceland. Their friendliness and curious nature makes them a really nice subject. The Icelandic horse is much smaller than their relatives in mainland Europe and elsewhere. I dont know why but I read somewhere that animals tend to grow small on isolated islands. The Icelandic horse as adapted well to the harsh environment in Iceland, specially the winter. It grows thick fur which it sheds in summer. It can stay out in severe winter storms when us humans would freeze even in modern clothing.

Orvaratli

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13 Comments

Anurag Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 6:38 am
Change of flavour Orvaratli!?
The horses are very cute and I really like the perspective of the wide angle.
su Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 7:20 am
It shows that you are passionate about your country Orvarati, what a treat it is to see such diverse shots of Iceland. congrats
Pauline Jones Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 8:23 am
I agree, I never knew much about Iceland before you started sending in pictures; keep them coming.
Malta Photography Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 10:14 am
nice green natural shot indeed. Like the way the horses turned their heads
wanda krack Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 11:37 am
A wonderfully colorful picture! Thanks for the information about the horses.
planet lover Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
How very cute! I saw the horses with their winter coats some years back and they look even cuter. And how beautifully green Iceland is in summer!
Ellen Empson Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 2:00 pm
They look like the cute little Shetland Ponies we have here in US…heart warming image.
Renee Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 2:05 pm
looks like a very nice place, and great shot!
Photos by Nik Says:
September 8th, 2009 at 5:19 pm
A well composed photo the green grass and mountains add to a great back drop
Gina Says:
September 9th, 2009 at 1:55 am
Beautiful rich colors–lovely! Your photo makes me want to go there.
Marie Dunphy Harding Says:
September 9th, 2009 at 4:00 am
They seem to have horse heads, and pony bodies. Nice change for this site & photographer, Thanks.
mike Says:
September 10th, 2009 at 6:05 pm
Very small.
Katherine Lee Strassburg Says:
September 14th, 2009 at 1:30 am
Wow–a green pasture scene by Orvaratli! You never cease to amaze me with your work. Sure wish I will never be able to visit Iceland, but your photos are teaching me a lot about your country. Lovely shot.