The Indian Wild Ass (Equus heminous khur) also referred to as the Khur is a subspecies of the Onager. They have a coat that ranges from a gray to a pale chestnut color. The Indian Wild Ass is larger than a donkey and is the most horse-like of all the Wild Ass species. The Indian Wild Ass is native to western India, southern Pakistan, Afghanistan, and southeastern Iran. They live in deserts, grasslands, and shrublands. Their diet is made up of grass, leaves, and fruits. The Indian Wild Ass has a lifespan of 20 to 25 years and is near threatened to extinction.
Indian Wild Asses have a shoulder height between 43”–47” (109-119 cm), overall standing height of 45.3”-51.2” (115-130 cm), and body length of 55.1”-63.8” (140-162 cm). The weight of an Indian Wild Ass is between 441-573 lb (200-260 kg). Indian Wild Asses have a typical lifespan of 20-40 years.
The Indian Wild Ass (Equus heminous khur) also referred to as the Khur is a subspecies of the Onager. They have a coat that ranges from a gray to a pale chestnut color. The Indian Wild Ass is larger than a donkey and is the most horse-like of all the Wild Ass species. The Indian Wild Ass is native to western India, southern Pakistan, Afghanistan, and southeastern Iran. They live in deserts, grasslands, and shrublands. Their diet is made up of grass, leaves, and fruits. The Indian Wild Ass has a lifespan of 20 to 25 years and is near threatened to extinction.
Indian Wild Asses have a shoulder height between 43”–47” (109-119 cm), overall standing height of 45.3”-51.2” (115-130 cm), and body length of 55.1”-63.8” (140-162 cm). The weight of an Indian Wild Ass is between 441-573 lb (200-260 kg). Indian Wild Asses have a typical lifespan of 20-40 years.
