Highland pony
The Highland Pony is a native Scottish pony, and is one of the largest of the mountain and moorland pony breeds of the British Isles. Its pedigree dates back to the 1880s.
Breed facts
| Type | Horse breed |
|---|---|
| Origin | Scotland |
| Classification | horse breed |
| Wikidata id | Q1617933 |
The Highland Pony is a native Scottish pony, and is one of the largest of the mountain and moorland pony breeds of the British Isles. Its pedigree dates back to the 1880s. It was once a workhorse in the Scottish mainland and islands, but today is used for driving, trekking and general riding. They are hardy and tough, they rarely require shoeing, and are economical to keep.
It originates in Scotland. These facts are recorded in Wikidata, which catalogues the breed under item Q1617933.
Sources: Wikidata (Q1617933) · Wikipedia · Photograph (Wikimedia Commons)