Country
Specie
ISO3
GRC
Language
eng.
Other name
Skyros, Pony, Skyros Pony
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Additional information
2001: source of data: Ministry of Agriculture<br>In 2003, this breed is at risk.
Efabis cultural role comment
It is an indigenous breed found in greece since ancient times as animals of this breed are represented on ancient art forms. Nowadays there are many environmental sensitivity actions that teach equestrian care and art.
Adaptability to specific environment
This breed is well adapted to mountainous environments with bushy flora.
Specific resistance or tolerance
Animals of this breed are highly resistant.
Other special qualities
The animals of this breed show good temper and have low food requirements.
Efabis environmental role
The animals are being bred in a protege area at mount Kochylas, Natura 2000.
Efabis adaptability to marginal land
The breed can adapt to local environments with poor vegetation.
Color comments
multi coloured: dark or greyish
Wither height males
109
Wither height females
107
Weight males
130.00
Weight females
120.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
indigenous breed local breed
Location within country
Skyros, Island of Sporades complex.
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
At Risk
Detailed local risk status
Critical Maintained
