It is an equine breed, typical of northern Spain, the region of Navarre. It is also called Navarrese horse or mountain horse. It is rustic, strong and of little elevation. It is considered native Spanish and in the way of extinction. It is also possible to see it referenced as Navarro pony, Navarrese horse, Basque-Navarrese horse, Andía horse, Améscoas horse or Caballito de la Barranca.