मृगपक्षी-शास्त्र (हंसदेव - १३वीं शती का अमर भारतीय वन्यजीव, पक्षी एवं प्राणि-विज्ञान)

smooth. They can withstand difficulties of work. They have stout
and strong necks. They bite their teeth often showing their anger
when punished. They are fond of war and hunting.
[4th variety of HORSES]
(ARVAN)
They are very short in size and are different colours. Though
they can not run swift, they can work well. They are always, happy.
Their cries are like thunder. They are very pleasing to their masters
and they are fond of sweet words. They take a little food and they
have little anger. They walk very beautifully. They have broad eyes.
They erect their penis long when they are very passionate. They are
always peaceful and healthy. They fear hunting. They are shrewd
having smooth-bodies. They like beautiful sceneries. They are very
faithful servants. They can carry heavy burdens.
[5th variety of HORSES]
(VAHA)
These are red in colour throughout their bodies but their faces
and legs are white. They have much power, strength and anger. They
are always short, but lengthy and have hanging testicles. Their cries
are pleasant. They have long and stout necks. They work hard and
well when punished. They possess strong memory, red tongues and
long tails. They are always kind and submissive to their masters.
Generally they have visible good curls (marks) on their bodies.
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