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All about Mustang Nepal:

- Environment/habitat - Horses living in the wild high altitude areas face more challenges to survival from harsh weather, lack of forage, predators, etc. Their lifespan is typically shorter.
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- Nutrition - Horses that are undernourished or do not have access to adequate grazing areas and salt licks may have poorer health and shortened lifespans.

- Disease - Horses living in close proximity can spread infectious diseases.
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Lack of veterinary care in remote areas means diseases cannot be treated.

- Injuries - Slips or falls are common in rocky terrain and can result in serious injuries without medical attention. Older injuries also take a toll.
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- Predation - Wolves, snow leopards and other predators pose risks, especially to young, elderly or injured horses.

- Human interference - Poaching impacts herd social structure and genetic diversity. Domestication practices like overworking can stress horses.
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- Reproduction - Mares face higher risks from foaling as they age. Stallions are more prone to injury from fighting.

- Individual health/genetics - Some horses have stronger constitutions than others to survive longer regardless of conditions.
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So in summary, environmental pressures and lack of medical care tend to shorten lifespans, while good welfare practices can help horses live longer.
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