Eriskay Pony

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Eriskay pony. A rare breed of pony from the Isle of Eriskay of the Outer Hebrides in northern Scotland. There are currently only about 300 Eriskays in the world.

A wild Eriskay pony on Holy Isle
A wild Eriskay pony on Holy Isle

Eriskay ponies are usually born black or bay and typically turn grey as they mature, though a few have remained black or bay into adulthood. No other colours occur. Their coat is dense, waterproof, and of medium length and they have a little, light feathering on their legs. They stand between 12.0 and 13.2 hands high (1.2 to 1.32 metres).

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