Tribute to Thor Wild Stallion of McCullough Peaks in Wyoming by Karen King

This is a tribute to the life of the amazing stallion, Thor of the McCullough Peaks in Wyoming. He died battling another stallion by receiving a head trauma. It's very rare for a stallion to die in battle, so this was a shock to everyone who followed this magnificent stallion. I hope this video will help people to heal from this great loss by remembering the great stallion he was.
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[@elaineburgess9265]

He got to live free.He was not rounded up and this is how it should be... Beautiful tribute.

[@karenkingart]

Thank you. I will always remember him.

[@shannondominguez9725]

Thor was truly an icon of the Peaks and he truly was the very essence of Wild he stole so many hearts including mine and I am still in shock that he is gone. There will never be another horse on the range quite like Thor and though I will always wish I could have seen him in person I am grateful that I got to fall in love with him and his family through the many photographers who watched him for years losing Tupi first and now him makes this so much harder,I am so glad that he lived his whole life doing what he was meant to out on the range living every single day free bc that spirit of his would never have been suited as a riding horse no matter how kind humans would have been to him. Thank you for such a beautiful tribute Karen it made me cry you are forever loved Thor.🥺🐎🤍🖤🌈

[@karenkingart]

Yes, everyone is in shock! What a loss to the wild horses and McCullough Peaks. I'm glad I got to see him and get these videos of him.

[@suzystone244]

Thor. Incredible stallion. 14 years of freedom. His little girl Thora was taken to holding. Mankind tries to tame and own, but a mustang heart does not agree. Unchained. Free. Mustangs are not domestic by any means. RIP Thor....yeah... I'm crying.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, his look alike daughter was taken to the holding pen.

[@gmaellen5530]

@@karenkingart i’m sorry I don’t know this, but what happens to them when they go into the holding pen? I hope it doesn’t mean that they are put down! 😢

[@gmaellen5530]

That’s a beautiful “poem”! ❤❤❤❤❤

[@karenkingart]

@@gmaellen5530 They will be auctioned off and sold to the highest bidder.

[@gabbysullivan1416]

She sold for 60k

[@vega4281]

Thank you so much!!! The epitome of how wild horses should live.....and die. Run free beautiful Thor!!!

[@karenkingart]

Yes, to live and die free!

[@zarabenton]

The Heavens know his presence now ~ free and beautiful ~ run sweet Thor run the wind in your hair and the whispers of your voice echoing on over the plains of time. I never knew you until I saw this tribute. Now I am in tears for your great and terrible loss. your kind will never forget you ~ nor will those humans who came to know and love you forever. Your spirit lives on in all the other horses ......... Wild and Free in memory. 🐎🧡 Thank you all for loving this sweet soul so much. 💖🌈

[@karenkingart]

Thor was a once in a lifetime stallion and the epitome of a courageous and fierce opponent. I will always miss him and look for him.

[@lyndastjulien5944]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute to Thor. You did wonderful work in revealing just how special he was. ❤🐎❤️🐎❤️

[@karenkingart]

Thank you! I sure miss him!

[@vinnie9477]

Heaven is home to another beautiful stallion who is running with his ancestors thru vast sunny fields of flowers. Our hearts may hurt upon their leaving this world but we will rejoice when we see them again in heaven.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, I believe this to be true. We will see him again!

[@maryallen7246]

I to love horses god bless you for helping horses and people that save horses.

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching!

[@art-is-lazy4509]

Stunning animal, went out on his shield like a Spartan

[@karenkingart]

Yes, the way it was meant to be for wild horses.

[@cheriesumner9537]

I am in shock! I loved him so much! I have pictures of him all over my house and I wrote a poem about him published in my book, "Matted Manes and Tangled Tails." He was so beautiful! I thought he would be around a long time. I will miss him terribly! Thank you for doing this moving tribute. Sigh.

[@karenkingart]

I think we were all in shock and will miss seeing him at the peaks. That's awesome you put Thor in your book!

[@ccasey1904]

I have never been to Wyoming. These wild horses are beautiful. Sorry Thor is gone. Glad they get to run wild and free❤😊🐎🙏

[@karenkingart]

I'm glad they get to run free too!

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart Do you think it would be possible to buy Thora and send her to a horse sanctuary? Is it Sky Dog that is a reputable one? I wish we could buy these wild horse lands, put them in a perpetual trust for the wild horses. Cuz some us know the round ups are really all about ranchers and grazing rights.

[@gabbysullivan1416]

Just stop right there first Thora went for 60k and if it was a private buyer that got her spending a pretty penny like that says she will have an amazing home secondly no sanctuary is good or reputable what they do is a fukn shame hording horses from homes that can love them and give them good life's and all in the name of keeping them free

[@ambers.3176]

What a tribute to a gorgeous horse. 14 yrs is a good life for a wild horse. Ty for sharing.

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome!

[@lelapena54]

Thank you for this beautiful tribute of a beautiful stallion. I hope and pray that he did not suffer. RIP Thor!

[@karenkingart]

He will be so missed!

[@LauraB-xp3ov]

What a beautiful boy. Thankyou for sharing Thor with us Karen 🤠

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome! I hope this video will help people get through the shock of losing Thor.

[@AnnaIvarsson-w9e]

❤

[@joannachinziosentowski3233]

Beautiful tribute to Thor. No Stallion could ever take his place. He is greatly missed. Thank you for sharing.

[@PatriciaKnight-t3o]

Hello beautiful horse I love them all think you ❤

[@nitukka2b]

That is so sad! He was so beautiful, full of life and such a personality. Thank you.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, the peaks will not be the same without him.

[@carolcampbell2041]

Karen that was so lovely. Thor was a beautiful horse. Your tribute was so finely done!

[@karenkingart]

Thank you so much! It was therapy for me to put it together.

[@bru1015]

Beautiful horses, beautiful country. 👍

[@karenkingart]

It is spectacular!

[@JulianaBlewett]

He was absolutely stunning as were his progeny and still are.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, Thor was a magnificent stallion! We will all miss him and his strong, determined, no quit attitude.

[@kathyhepler382]

Beautiful video and tribute for Thor!!! Run free Run Thor!!!!

[@karenkingart]

Yes, run free forever!

[@turquoiseriver2476]

So sorry to hear. That said, it seems he led a great life, wild and free. Thank you for the tribute! It is awesome.

[@karenkingart]

Thanks for watching!

[@RitaDelvaux]

As much as his loss hurts, at least he did not suffer at the hands of man who would have made his life miserable.

[@karenkingart]

I agree. He lived his life out living free!

[@lesleywood76]

What a magnificent stallion ❤

[@karenkingart]

He was the best!

[@svetlanatruefamtisaj8498]

He was so beautiful 😢All of them are so beautiful ❤

[@HEMI-MOMMA]

He was beautifully magnificent!!!

[@karenkingart]

Yes, and to see him in person was mezmerizing! I'm thankful for all the photos and videos I have of him. It reminds us how precious life is.

[@jamie.eammons6726]

Thanks another awesome video .God bless 🎉

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@jamie.eammons6726]

@@karenkingart are you still online?? I'm divorced live in South Georgia USA retired. Can I know more about you

[@maggiemcc]

Beautiful horses 💙 Thor was magnificent

[@karenkingart]

He will be missed!

[@AngelCatBaby]

I loves all horses, especially mustangs, and I just found this channel. Thor was a beautiful, one of a kind horse and with rare markings for a paint. I can see some of the breeding he possessed, and that is with, I’m guessing, Arabian, Andalusian, possibly Morgan, etc. He was one of the best stallions I’ve seen so far, having a powerful chest and compact body, good for the wild range he lived on. He can never be replaced, but I’m hoping there might be more out there with his colorful markings someday. 👍❤️🙏🏼🥰😇 I’m also an artist and I love drawing and painting (oil paintings that is) all animals and scenery, especially horses, been doing it ever since I was first introduced to horses at 3 and then was sat on one at age 5. I rode horses whenever I could. Two horses I absolutely fell in love with one named Dixie, a draft mare and Tony, an half Arab/Morgan mix, both horses and I connected and they became my friends and favorite horses to ride. Even though they weren’t my horses, I still miss them. I am 75 now. 😥😭.

[@karenkingart]

This wild horse herd in Wyoming is very special, and losing Thor has been quite a blow to all who followed him. His only daughter looked just like him, but she was rounded up by the government this spring at 6 months of age. Thor does have a sister similar to him, but she is getting up in age and I'm not aware of any of her foals. The PZP birth control is used on this herd.

[@karenkingart]

That's so awesome you also paint horses! Like you, I fell in love with horses at age 2 when my grandfather sat me on one of his ponies. It started a lifelong love affair with horses for me. I bred and raised Arabian horses for over 20 years. I still miss my first mare that I owned.

[@marthamason4554]

Incredibly beautiful horses.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, they are amazing!

[@conniewolf7300]

No doubt he left his genetics on the herd, and his sons and daughters will roam wild and free! Bless you Thor! You never have to worry about lunatic humans again!!!

[@karenkingart]

Actually no. His only daughter was rounded up at 6 months of age.

[@NavvyMom]

​@@karenkingartSorry, this just showed up in my feed so am ignorant of Thor's story other than what this tribute shows. Was the herd being watched that closely that it can be known beyond doubt that he only sired one daughter? It would be nice to think there are a few more.

[@karenkingart]

@@NavvyMom This herd is heavily monitored by a local group and many photographers and wild horse advocates. There were only about 180 horses until the recent round up of almost 40 horses. Thor was only the lieutenant stallion in the band, so the number one stallion Talequah did most of the breeding. Thor did manage to sire a look alike filly who was rounded up this spring. His only offspring we know for sure.

[@NavvyMom]

@@karenkingart Thanks for the info.

[@btcrazee1]

Im incredibly sad over the capture of the horses. Now this. Devastated beyond words. Thank you for a beautiful tribute.

[@karenkingart]

It's been a double shock to our lives. It's not easy being a wild horse advocate. Even harder for the horses.

[@joniskibo5910]

THANKs Karen... THOR will be Missed 😢

[@karenkingart]

Yes, he will be missed. The peaks will never be the same.

[@ellenwalker3749]

He was beautiful and this video is exceptional, thank you!

[@karenkingart]

Thank you! He was really an exceptional stallion. All work and no play.

[@BeverlyGodby-db8rj]

Thank you for this tribute to a very Noble Stallion Thor .i am fairly new at learning about all of the wild horses but he was one of my favorites to watch . Its heartbreaking ! Watch over Thora , King Thor RIP 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽💔💔💔💔

[@karenkingart]

Yes, Thor was a magnificent stallion, not only his markings, but the way he worked overtime to protect the mares.

[@Nadia..J]

What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful horse. 😥

[@karenkingart]

Thank you. It's been a shock to us all.

[@pattimiller9157]

So perfect he looked like a painting ❤😔💕🙏

[@karenkingart]

❤

[@noisywater13]

Heartbroken doesn't even come close.. 💔😢💔 Fly high valiant Thor.. we will see you again one day ⚘💔⚘

[@karenkingart]

Yes, we are all still in shock over his passing.

[@catherinethomas8813]

What a beauty ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@karenkingart]

He was definitely one of a kind in beauty and character!

[@wildatheartimages]

Beautiful tribute, Karen. Thank you.

[@karenkingart]

Thank you! He really touched the lives of so many people.

[@SherriParkerCreager]

Thank you so amazing 🙏⭐️

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome! Doing this video helped me to get through the sadness of losing Thor. I hope it will do the same for others. We celebrate his life of living free!

[@deshaunbethea5254]

Sorry for the loss on one of Wyoming’s iconic wild stallions! 😢

[@karenkingart]

He will be greatly missed!

[@deshaunbethea5254]

@@karenkingart I agreed and indeed he will be and I'm gonna miss that horse.

[@lisabaugh7411]

How GORGEOUS!!!

[@karenkingart]

He was one of a king in beauty and tenacity.

[@lynnsimon7620]

Thank You for sharing this.❤

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome! It was nice to find and remember all the videos I took of Thor. A celebration of his life.

[@judithsnook1139]

Beautiful images!

[@karenkingart]

Thank you.

[@lindag4484]

wild...beautiful...as they should be.

[@karenkingart]

For sure, Thor was able to live his life out free!

[@draganarrow]

Thank you for this.

[@karenkingart]

You're welcome. Thor was an amazing stallion and will be greatly missed!

[@bradbutcher3984]

I worked on a pipeline running alongside the Flaming Gorge in 2019. At one of the manifolds we were working on had a wild horse herd that stuck around because of the freshwater spring nearby. The stud would keep a watchful eye on us all day as his mares ate away on the hillside. I feed the horses at my local vet clinic and in 4 years I have yet to see a horse in as good of physical condition as those wild horses. They spend their lives roaming up and down those hills on the east side of the Gorge. It's flat here in south east Texas.

[@karenkingart]

Interesting. Yes, the stallions will keep an eye on you even when you think they are just grazing. I wouldn't want to get in-between a stallion and his mares. It can be dangerous. Most people think the wild horses are just scrub horses that are skinny and ugly. This is so far from the truth. After 500y ears of breeding and natural selection the horses have strong feet and are immune to a lot of the domestic horse issues. They are so smart, too. I've been around domestic horses my whole life and even with good management you can spend an arm and a leg on vet and farrier costs. I hope my videos will educate people on the wild horse and the plight of decimating the herds in Nevada and Wyoming to make room for cattle.

[@SherriParkerCreager]

So beautiful all of them but RIP young stallion 🙏😇⭐️❤️🙌

[@karenkingart]

Thor was a one in a million stallion. He will be missed!

[@CherylHShannon]

My heart is so broken!!! 😭😭😭💔💔💔

[@karenkingart]

We are all in total shock! He was so magnificent!

[@joenewman6494]

Wow beautiful

[@elaineburgess9265]

Absolutely.Gorgeous, Thank you for this.Beautiful tribute to thor and his band❤

[@karenkingart]

Thank you! He will be missed.

[@laurabodycombe7998]

Really beautiful paint horses in the herd.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, it's one of the most beloved herds in America.

[@matthewalexander2436]

Gorgeous boy.. ❤💔❤

[@karenkingart]

😊

[@andreamorrison6719]

Thankyou Karen, so very much. Im sure I, among many, will revisit your wonderful tribute, many many times. Its a comfort to find him on your video, he feeds my soul. I looked on instagram every day since i first saw him a few years ago. I adored his sire Booker Rose, an incredible stallion. I am grateful for this tribute, and all your videos on YTube. Thankyou. ❤

[@karenkingart]

Thank you. I'm happy to share my passion with everyone. I'm so glad I got to see him in person and document his life and others in the wild. Life for the wild horses can change in a moment. Cherish the moments we have.

[@hopalstudiosjuliehattis]

So sad. He was a very handsome boy. 😢❤

[@karenkingart]

Yes, it's so sad, but at least he got to live his life out free!

[@kalayne6713]

A beautiful wild horse, living as is meant to be. It makes me heartbroken for our wild horses in Australia. They are not appreciated for their contribution to the history of our country and treated like vermin instead, with the government allowing them to be culled regularly, by being shot from helicopters and allowed to die in agony, their foals starving beside them. Supposedly, they do too much damage to our fragile flora but I would argue that just as much if not more is done by avid hikers, elite ski enthusiasts and rich ignorant tourists trampling through our landscapes. I have signed many petitions to stop the inhumane killing of these sentient creatures but its all about the dollars. They are costly to contain and humans are more important, always.

[@karenkingart]

I've heard about the plight of the wild horse Brumbies in Australia. It sounds very familiar to the wild horses of America. The lies are told that they are "over populated" and destroy the land, which is totally false. On the contrary, the wild horse helps the land by dispersing seeds and helps other wildlife by breaking the ice in the winter for other wildlife to have water. Our government is just as brutal to our wild horses. At least they aren't shot from helicopters, but they have been shot from the ground and also end up in the kill pens to be sold for slaughter to Canada and Mexico. I hope one day to visit and film the wild horses of Australia. Never give up fighting for our wild ones!

[@virtualselfie6899]

Oh no! this is so very sad! He had his best life living free!

[@daciefusjones8128]

rest in peace great one, we will miss you.

[@karenkingart]

❤

[@justnix4487]

So sad he was a magnificent looking stallion

[@karenkingart]

Not only beautiful, but in his constant protection of the mares.

[@josevillarrealojeda4469]

Hi ! Saludos desde Ensenada Baja California México!🌹 Good job!

[@karenkingart]

Thank you!

[@pattimiller9157]

Rest in peace wild soul 😢❤😔🌿🕊🙏💕

[@karenkingart]

❤

[@juliedobson3039]

Live a life of quality….not quantity…..then saying goodbye…..is acceptable ❤

[@karenkingart]

Agreed! Thor will be greatly missed.

[@bru1015]

That’s quite a group he has there. 😊

[@karenkingart]

He was actually the lieutenant stallion (second in command) to the stallion Talequah.

[@janicedorsey3945]

When did this happen?? I have always enjoyed your videos of the wild horses of Thors, as I called them I guess I didn't get the message he was second in command he was number one in my book🤩🤩‼️ He was so gorgeous and strong, I am very sad he is gone🥲🥲🥲‼️ He will run free like the wind now😊😊😊😊😊‼️

[@karenkingart]

It happened about a week ago. So shocking, but he got to live out his life free and do what he was meant to do.

[@annmurry1628]

I hope that the people who gets thors daughter treats her with respect and kindness from the beginning because she is going to pass on the best bloodlines of these wild horses and we have never ever seen any of this heard of horses have any weaknesses or leg deformation or lameness they have the makings of one of the top ones who are capable of being the best under saddle if you get a trainer who would work with these wild horses so they still have their spirit instead of braking their spirit by working against them because these horses are of a type of horse that is not around anymore so we need to keep this heard going so that they do not disper from this world

[@karenkingart]

Educating people is the best way to help save the wild horses. The states of Wyoming and Nevada are decimating the herds to make room for cattle grazing.

[@CarolynS.Cooper-io4jw]

Run forever wild and forever free Thor❤

[@ZebaKnight]

It always hurts... but it's really hard to lose a wonderful animal way too early in their life. I'm so sorry for all who mourn the magnificent Thor.

[@karenkingart]

I'm so glad he got to live his life out being free!

[@ZebaKnight]

@@karenkingart Yes!

[@ellenmoon1787]

There are so beautiful

[@karenkingart]

This is the most loved herd in America.

[@ellenmoon1787]

@@karenkingart was a horse owner and broke horses when younger my best friends dad would buy many horses at horse sale we would tame some that were more wild and work with them and he'd resell and buy more a very lovely time I had with all the horses and mine Snowball

[@David-up7rv]

I LOVE HORSES ❤😊

[@gailpepper1201]

He is missed by so many

[@karenkingart]

Yes, he was very loved by many.

[@jesscvideo]

He was really beautiful! His color was amazing too. Sorry he is gone. Does he have any foals that you know of that have that same color?

[@karenkingart]

Thor had one daughter who was rounded up this spring at 6 months old. She will be auctioned off along with 38 other horses from McCullough Peaks.

[@dominiqueskrzypek5573]

Je découvre Thor.un superbe étalon qui devait bien imposer le respect avec sa tête penchée au sol 🙏.je suis émerveillée de voir qu'il existe encore des endroits comme ça sur terre pour ce noble animal sauvage🤗

[@karenkingart]

Yes, I'm happy, too that these will horses have a home . Our government is not for the horses and round them up to make room to graze more cattle. For now they are safe. Thanks for watching!

[@darlenemckay265]

So sad, he was so beautiful 😢

[@karenkingart]

It is such a loss to the wild horse community. I have people from allover the world who have fallen in love with the wild horses here in America.

[@KarenBogue-j6h]

God, he was gorgeous 😢 This is so sad

[@karenkingart]

It's been hard for everyone who knew and followed him. I hope this video helps to lessen the grief.

[@KarenBogue-j6h]

@@karenkingart Thank you for the video. Loved the video

[@RebeccaProbst-lw9bx]

So sorry for Thor 😢❤

[@karenkingart]

Thank you. He will be missed, but we celebrate his life of freedom!

[@InsomniacsRaine]

I would rather have him die this way than the way San Jose is going to go... locked up in a dry lot. Beautiful tribute. You are not alone in fighting for their freedom.... They are loved across this country.

[@karenkingart]

I agree, even though it's sad to lose Thor. The life of a wild stallion is tough, but he lived his life free.

[@spiridoulaathanasopoulou9244]

You are right

[@sylviareyes7622]

😩oh my God! I just saw this! I cannot believe what I’m reading and watching 😢

[@karenkingart]

I know, it's so shocking to lose such a great stallion. I hope this video will help everyone get through the pain of losing him.

[@sylviareyes7622]

@@karenkingart all the memories of him we will have🙏🏼♥️how magnificent he was-never another like him😔

[@barbrice721]

Look at all that open ground. And they say wild horses are destroying it. What kind of fools do they think we are. Billions of Buffalo used to survive on those lands. And they are screamkng about a few head of horses. Compared to how many domestic cattle. At $ 1.39 a month.😮 Those horses are healthy strong and beautiful.

[@karenkingart]

Yes, the horses really get a bad rap. It's all about more livestock on the public lands.

[@barbrice721]

Man I wish I was Elan.

[@SeattleJCB]

RIP Thor 🐴

[@Faelani38]

That's a beautiful Stallion. I fixed my comment. It was late and I was tired lol

[@karenkingart]

😊

[@jmiller1977]

How old was this stallion ? Did anyone see it happen ?

[@karenkingart]

Thor was 14 yrs old. I think a photographer saw it happen.

[@toscadonna]

Too bad he can’t be cloned. He was so gorgeous and the result of thousands of years of great breeding and natural selection. That herd is so beautiful and has such interesting markings.

[@karenkingart]

Thor had one daughter who looked exactly like him. The BLM stole her from her mother at 6 months of age and she is now in a holding pen.

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart Would there be a way to crowd fund buy her and send her to a sanctuary? Is it Sky Dogs the wild horse sanctuary?

[@karenkingart]

@@ccasey1904 I suppose someone would just have to organize it. The problem is that most sanctuaries are pretty full. For the Love of Aria Sanctuary is doing an art auction to help adopt the McCullough horses.

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart Someone should let Willie Nelson know about this art auction. He is also into these wild horses. If they adopt the Mccollogh horses, will they go get Thora too? I am old and on the East Coast; this needs someone younger and healthier. I am always behind on everything. Wish I knew social media.

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart Does adopting them mean moving them elsewhere?

[@robinbuschman9663]

Karen... how did it come about. Are there waters that witness or was his body discovered??? His name served him well! Beautiful band of horses. I havent seen you post in a while. Maybe need to re- subscribe

[@karenkingart]

We are all in shock over Thor's death. He died ibattling another stallion from head trauma. This is the only information I have right now.

[@robinbuschman9663]

@karenkingart Thank you so much for the quick response . Nature not kind in the animal kingdom. Absolutely breathtaking pictures of him. I hope he has his wings and is soaring in Heaven!

[@iridiumvalkyrie9017]

Thank you for making this important tribute to such a beautiful horse. I hope he did not suffer long.

[@CherylHShannon]

He died from head trauma while battling another stallion, Lucien/Dale, from what I understand there was a witness to this horror 😭😭💔💔

[@robinbuschman9663]

@@CherylHShannon it is an utter waste. He was absolutely breathtaking. I can't imagine seeing that fight. I hope he didn't suffer!

[@nancydurante3463]

I am truly missing thor.he was my favorite.i saw his beloved thora up for adoption on the BLM site.all the heartbreak for Thor and his group.

[@karenkingart]

He was a favorite of many wild horse followers. Truly one of a kind.

[@ccasey1904]

I guess I have to ask: when did he get killed and how do you know what happened?

[@karenkingart]

Thor died about a week ago. I believe it was seen by one of the photographers.

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart Thank you. Nature can be so harsh. 🥲

[@ccasey1904]

@@karenkingart This is a lovely memorial tribute to him.

[@user-qr8ki8ue4i]

Damn!

[@karenkingart]

It's so sad to lose such an amazing stallion.

[@ulrikebergmann5383]

THOR will be Missed 🥀

[@karenkingart]

Thor was a one in a million stallion. His strength and courage was dauntless. I now wonder what will happen to the band with Talequah to guard them on his own.

[@onion6foot]

What happens to the foals after their sire is killed by another stallion?

[@karenkingart]

Hopefully they are still with their mothers and another stallion will find them and take them into their band. In Thor's case, he was second in command to the stallion Talequah, so many mares will stay in the band. Some mares have already been taken into new bands. Without Thor's help, Talequah can't manage all the mares by himself.

[@onion6foot]

@@karenkingart Thanks. I am glad the male doesn't kill offspring who are not his own. What was done with Thor's body? I wondered if if was examined for research purposes.

[@AnnaIvarsson-w9e]

❤

[@rusumarius5875]

👋🐴🇧🇪❤️🙏

[@conniegaylord5206]

😢😢

[@inesarbelo1878]

😭💔🙏🏼💫

[@JustASleepySloth]

Did he have any foals himself? and what did you say his rare colouring was again? also such a shame to hear how he died but I suppose its better than disease or predator kill

[@karenkingart]

Thor had one daughter that looked just like him. The BLM rounded her up at 6mos. of age and took her from her mother. She's now in a holding pen. Thor's color is called Sabino. It is very rare. At least Thor got to live his life out being free.

[@spiridoulaathanasopoulou9244]

Good bye boy.

[@karenkingart]

He will be missed!

[@izfroggzy8796]

RIP Thor

[@karenkingart]

😥 We are all in shock of losing him!

[@DillRidge]

I think it’s a hard life to be a wild horse.

[@karenkingart]

It's a very hard life, but they are free!

[@omerlames6101]

❤barvo

[@louisewhyte2618]

so so sad

[@karenkingart]

Yes, we are all still in shock. Thor will be greatly missed!

[@HomeCast-td2tu]

Ah head trauma, yes i see thor's hamer print on his head...