merkingarbærar
Merkingarbærar, also known as "marking carriers" or "marking animals," are a concept primarily associated with Icelandic horse breeding traditions. The term refers to horses that carry the genetic marker linked to the Icelandic horse's distinctive features, such as their ability to perform the tölt, a smooth, four-beat gait. This gait is one of the most notable traits of the Icelandic breed and is highly valued in their breeding programs.
The concept of merkingarbærar stems from Iceland’s long-standing isolation and its strict breeding regulations. Icelandic horses
In Icelandic horse breeding, merkingarbærar are significant because they allow breeders to maintain the gait trait
The identification of merkingarbærar relies on genetic testing, which can confirm the presence of the specific