Herd: Steppes tends to live in small herds, but solitary specimens are not uncommon. As a herd they do not follow strict rank dynamics or attend to the lead of one horse, but instead follow their prey’s movements. Fighting within herds is rare as Steppes tend to rely on one another for survival and protection, but they are fiercely suspicious towards any outsider. Any who approach and risk the safety of the group tend to wind up as food. In captivity Steppes far much better when grouped with their own type, but can live with other types if they are raised around them.

Feeding: Steppes are technically omnivorous, but are predominantly hunters. Their lives are centered on traveling in small groups and following herds of herbivores that they prey upon. Though they eat some of the same vegetation their prey do, the majority of their diet is meat. They are not picky eaters and will scavenge when necessary. 

Defense: Steppes usually rely on the presence of their group to warn away enemies, but in one-on-one fights it is in their nature to attack. They are hardy and protected by their thicker manes. They do not have extensive warning signals beyond flashing their fangs and will go in with their horns if their opponent does not back off quickly. That being said, fights between Steppes are rare. 

Breeding: A mare will initiate mating rites during the breeding season by approaching the male she is interested in and performing elaborate displays with her extensive manes. Should multiple mares be interested in one stallion often the mare who has more successes and experience as a hunter wins the stallion’s affection. Still, fights can happen and sometimes they are encouraged to determine the strength of the combatants. Foals are taken care of by the herd once they are weaned, and every Steppe takes a role in teaching younger horses how to hunt.