Drought kills 100 wild horses in Namibia

More than 100 wild horses that roam the Namib Desert in the south of Namibia have so far died of a prolonged drought that began in 2013, the Namibia Wild Horses Foundation has said.

There are about 160 wild horses at the moment, but these, the foundation said, are in danger of being killed by spotted hyenas because they become easy prey in their weakened state by day.

"The drought left little grass in the horses' range while fences also restrict these revered animals from moving further inland to areas that received scattered rainfall," according to a statement by the foundation on Tuesday.

The foundation that was founded in 2012 is appealing for funds to buy lucern and provide water before it gets too late.

"As much of Namibia is dry, grass will most likely have to be bought from South Africa, which is a costly affair," the foundation said. Endit