The community of Eriskay working to protect their rare native ponies
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The community of Eriskay working to protect their rare native ponies

1 hour ago · Originally published 28 Sep 2026 8/10 Original headline: The endangered native ponies of Eriskay in the Outer Hebrides – a photo essay
With fewer than 400 Eriskay ponies remaining, the residents of this small Hebridean island are working to preserve one of the world's rarest native breeds. The ponies roam freely through the village for half the year, and this shared care helps maintain a vital piece of the island's cultural heritage.
Source: Guardian Env Western Isles
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