The Noma
is a very rare breed, with only about 27 pure Nomas
exciting in December of 1988. Known also as the Noma-Uma,
this breed orginated in Japan and are likely decscended
from the same prehistoric animals that most of the native
Japanese breeds are descended from. The Noma is part
of the local culture and heritage. They are very strong
and very economical animals because they do not require
high quality feed or large amounts of food. They are
often used for riding and light draft. Because of their
even-tempered nature and willingness to work hard, the
Noma is well loved by the native people. Like all other
Japanese breeds, they are also adept at navigating difficult
mountain terrain. The Noma is the smallest of the Japanese
native breeds. They have very muscular bodies and short
backs. Their head is quite large in comparison to their
bodies.
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