Posts Tagged ‘Native breed’
Orlov Trotter
Also Known By: Orlovskii rysak (Russian)
The Orlov Trotter was developed by A.G. Orlov at Khrenov stud beginning sometime between 1775 and 1784. The first date is that of the establishment of the Khrenov stud while the latter is that of the birth of Bars I, Read the rest of this entry »
Fell Pony
Description: One of the classic native breeds of England, the Fell Pony is noted for its hardiness, courage and adaptability. Its docile temperament makes it popular with riding and trekking stables, and it is also well suited for driving, is a creditable jumper and has the ability to trot for long distances at a steady speed. Bred for the harsh environment of England’s north country where feed is always at a premium, the Fell requires less keep than most horses and ponies, and given sufficient shelter, will live out in all weather. Generally, the native breeds were named after-their local habitat and in relation to the work for which they were bred … thus the name “Fell” or hills.
The Romans, in their endless search for conquests, first landed on the shores of Britain around about 55 B.C. A considerable number of Friesian horses were imported into Read the rest of this entry »
Allmogekor
Also Known By: Peasantry cows
The reasons for preserving the remnants of old native breeds are:
Culture/historical:
These cattle were very important for agriculture Sweden in the past. It is as important to preserve old living domestic livestock, as it is to preserve old objects and buildings. Read the rest of this entry »
Africander
Also Known As:
Afrikaner (Afrik.)
The Africander is a native South African breed. It belongs to the Sanga type and is used primarily for meat production. The breed is usually red with long lateral horns. Read the rest of this entry »
Murcia-Granada
Also Known by: Granadina, Murciano-Granadina
Origin:
The Murcia-Granada goat is a native breed originated in the southeast of Spain (Murcia, Almeria, Granada and Alicante). Some years ago it was introduced to Argentina, Read the rest of this entry »
Lithuanian Native
Also Known By: Vietines kiaules
The formation of the Lithuanian Native breed took place in the ethnic lands of Lithuania and was mostly influenced by the interaction of local short eared and long eared pigs and some cultural breeds. Native pigs are diverse in color: white, black, tan, but mostly multicolored. The breeding of colored pigs has been most prolonged in the southeastern districts of Lithuania, Read the rest of this entry »