Camels are herbivorous and are specifically adapted to consume cactus and other thorny plants. Their mouths contain a leathery lining that protects the inside from damage. They also eat plants that do not contain thorns, such as willow and poplar.
Another horse dies at Saratoga Race Course, bringing total to 14. Another horse died at Saratoga Race Course on Sunday, bringing the total number of thoroughbreds dying at the track this year to 14. Breezing, as defined by equibase.comâs glossary, is working a horse at a moderate speed.
On average, around 100 people per year die in horse riding accidents. Thousands more riders are injured. The majority of horse related accidents and deaths are due to brain injuries caused as the result of not wearing a helmet. In fact, it is estimated that 60 percent of horse riding deaths occur due to brain injury.