What is the function of a horse's mane?

It helps protect the neck and can help with flies.

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  1. It stores water for long rides
  2. It is used to steer the horse
  3. It helps protect the neck and can help with flies ✔

Why: The mane grows along the neck and helps shield the skin and can help with insects.

Huh, didn't know that: The mane grows along the neck and helps shield the skin and can help with insects.

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A mane is a big deal on a horse's neck
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Answer: It helps protect the neck and can help with flies. The mane grows along the neck and helps shield the skin and can help with insects.

  1. Scouting America: Horsemanship www.scouting.org/merit-badges/horsemanship
    Name 15 parts of a horse and discuss the function of each with your counselor.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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