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Do horses sleep standing up?

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Do horses sleep standing up?

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Yes, horses are able to sleep while standing up. They have a unique system of ligaments and tendons that allows them to lock their legs in place, enabling them to rest while standing. However, they do lie down for deep sleep occasionally.

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