The Thoroughbred (Equus caballus) became Kentucky's "Official Horse Breed" in (1996).  The
thoroughbred is one of the most brilliant and versatile horses bred in the world today.  Noted for its
ability to carry speed over extended distances, the thoroughbred is also a popular choice among
horsemen in many disciplines beyond the race track, including hunting, jumping, and polo.  The
thoroughbred has been used to create new breeds and to upgrade others.  The key to the
thoroughbreds' greatness is speed and endurance, for which it has been bred for over 300 years.  
Approximately 35,000 foals are born in the U.S. each year.  The largest number of these foals are
born in Kentucky.
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