Appaloosa

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Appaloosa was one of the many horse breeds listed in Bellapedia.

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According to Wikipedia, Appaloosa horses are an American horse breed, best known for their spotted coat patterns in various colors. The breed has a wide range of body types. This breed has historically been bred by Ancient Greece, Han Dynasty China, and by the Nez Perce tribe, amongst many others.

The name "Appaloosa comes from American settlers, who referred to these horses as "Palouse horses", most likely after the Palouse River in the heart of Nez Perce country.