Video: Mangalarga Marchador

The Mangalarga Marchador is a unique gaited breed native to Brazil. They have similar features to Baroque breeds, such as an arched neck and thick, full mane and tail. They are prized for their abilities as ranch horses and for their endurance. Their most notable feature, however, is their smooth gait which is unique to the Marchadores.

The following short film produced by Tucura Films shows the horses working and at liberty.

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Diane says:
July 14, 2011 at 3:59 pm
What an absolutely beautiful video!!!!!
Meredith says:
February 22, 2012 at 4:38 pm
Absolutely beautiful horses, but I couldn't understand why they were running at the end.
thanks for an enjoyable viewing.
jacob martinez says:
April 6, 2012 at 6:31 pm
Great Video! I am a breeder in California, Rancho De Los Cielos and love my Marchadores.
Lynn says:
October 31, 2012 at 4:55 pm
Beautiful horses, beautiful breed. I have been breeding MMs and going to Brasil for over 12 years now. They are still to be discovered here. Expect to be amazed!
Jennifer says:
June 3, 2013 at 9:23 pm
Lovely video, would like to know more about them, e.g. Temperament, Trainability, best suited uses.
Marchadors InMotion says:
September 19, 2013 at 8:01 pm
My favorite Marchador video!
Sandy says:
December 26, 2013 at 1:04 am
I have just learned of this horse. It is beautiful, well balanced in conformation. I enjoy the shape of the ear, similar to East Indian hoses.
They look like they are a wonderful ride.
Fancy Walk N That Way says:
January 14, 2014 at 4:32 am
Very interesting to see something new. They are lovely.
James says:
June 9, 2014 at 12:59 pm
Wonderful horses to own. A very select breed, great for endurance riding,
working cattle. barrel racing and even jumping. The gates are so smooth, they are the Ferrari of horses.
Sarah says:
June 12, 2014 at 5:30 am
Wonderful horse breed. :)