They are areas identified in 1971 for wild horses and burros. Today, most of the HMAs are managed primarily for livestock, while the HAs are managed almost exclusively for livestock. Privately owned, of course.

Western Horse Watchers Association
Exposing the Hypocrisy, Lies and Incompetence of the Wild Horse Advocates
They are areas identified in 1971 for wild horses and burros. Today, most of the HMAs are managed primarily for livestock, while the HAs are managed almost exclusively for livestock. Privately owned, of course.
