How Many Stomachs Do Horses Have?

It is no secret that horses like to eat a lot! But do you ever wonder how these magnificent equines manage to digest so much food? And how many stomachs do horses have?

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How Many Stomachs Does A Horse Have?

The digestive system of a horse is incredibly sensitive and complicated. 

How Big Is A Horse Stomach?

The stomach of a horse is relatively small for the size of the animal! The reason that it is so small is that the horse is a flight animal ...

What Does A Horse Stomach Look Like?

The stomach of a horse is a sac, with an entrance at one end and an exit at the other. It is roughly the size of a rugby ball and appears smooth on the outside.

What Happens To Food In The Horses Stomach?

So, as we have already discovered, the food a horse eats must pass through the stomach. But what actually happens to the food while it is in there?

So, as we have learned, a horse has just one stomach. However, the digestive system of a horse is highly adapted to eat a high-roughage diet, and the stomach is an important part of this.

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