Highland steer
Definitely a gentle giant! The Highland cattle on the island seemed very easy-going and, most importantly from my point of view, also slow moving (I really don't do action shots). As you can probably tell, I was able to get very close to this gorgeous guy. :)
The following information about the Highland cattle on Lundy is taken from the Landmark Trust's website:
Initially brought to the island in September 2012 as part of the island’s conservation programme, the six Highland steers have become a popular favourite with visitors and staff alike, encouraging names such as Boris and Schmoo.
The Highland cattle breed is ideally suited to a life on Lundy as their thick, insulating coats allow them to tolerate the blustery Lundy winter, and their large horns allow them to cool themselves in the summer sunshine, although standing in the ponds also seems to be a favourite pastime.
Along with the ponies, the steers meander and munch their way around the plateau between Quarter and Halfway walls. The vegetation of this area is mainly comprised of rough foliage such as Purple Moor Grass (Molinia sp.) which can be controlled through the actions of cattle and ponies allowing other plants to emerge.
Highland steer
Definitely a gentle giant! The Highland cattle on the island seemed very easy-going and, most importantly from my point of view, also slow moving (I really don't do action shots). As you can probably tell, I was able to get very close to this gorgeous guy. :)
The following information about the Highland cattle on Lundy is taken from the Landmark Trust's website:
Initially brought to the island in September 2012 as part of the island’s conservation programme, the six Highland steers have become a popular favourite with visitors and staff alike, encouraging names such as Boris and Schmoo.
The Highland cattle breed is ideally suited to a life on Lundy as their thick, insulating coats allow them to tolerate the blustery Lundy winter, and their large horns allow them to cool themselves in the summer sunshine, although standing in the ponds also seems to be a favourite pastime.
Along with the ponies, the steers meander and munch their way around the plateau between Quarter and Halfway walls. The vegetation of this area is mainly comprised of rough foliage such as Purple Moor Grass (Molinia sp.) which can be controlled through the actions of cattle and ponies allowing other plants to emerge.