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Scottish Highland Cow in Belgium Part 2


Scottish Highland Cow in Belgium Part 2
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Copyright: Nel Diepstraten (NellyD) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 362 W: 0 N: 697] (2745)
Genre: Places
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2006-09-23
Categories: Nature
Camera: Canon 350 D
Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2006-10-29 8:54
Viewed: 678
Points: 12
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Another picture of a Scottish Highland Cow (I just love these animals), wich I also took at the animalpark in Belgium called "Parc Animalier La Reid".
This one was very curious and at one point he came towards me. There was a fence between us, but I fed him some grass and he ate right out of my hand. It was a nice moment and I just sat there for at least half an hour. But then the park closed and I had to go, otherwise I just might be sitting there still......

Here's some facts about the Scottish Highland Cows:

Highlands are slow growing, yet have a hardy constitution. Their long, thick, shaggy coat and thrifty nature enable them to survive outdoors in the harshest weather. Because of their double coat, they do not put on a thick layer of fat for warmth. They require little shelter. A good stand of trees is sufficient for protection in winter weather, and shade in the heat of summer. Highlands are basically a disease resistant breed. Due to their long forelocks their eyes are shielded from insects so pinkeye is rare.

They are extremely hardy and can thrive where other animals could not survive. They can make do with the poorest of grazing conditions, and need little or no feed supplements or grain to achieve and maintain good body condition. They can eat what other cattle pass up. They are excellent browsers, able to clear the thickest brush.

Black was once the most popular color, but today the most common colors are red or tan. Colors range from white, silver and dun through reddish brown, brindle and black.
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To Jacqueline: Hoi Jaqueline,NellyD 1 02-08 08:22
To edal: Hi Anton,NellyD 1 11-25 08:41
To Claudine: Hi Claudine,NellyD 1 11-02 08:22
To SkyF: Hi Sky,NellyD 1 10-29 12:49
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  • SkyF Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1666 W: 136 N: 1263] (6138)
  • [2006-10-29 10:56]
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Hi Nel,
very nice shot of this Highland cow. Good lighting and nice sharpness. Very well posed and if it would not have been for that long hair you would have gotten excellent Eyecontact ;-).
Well done.
Sky

Hi Nel,
I like this animal too. I just think they have funnuy face with their long hair. You caught great details in a nice composition with good lightning and POV. This is well done. Thanks,
Claudine

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  • edal Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 599 W: 71 N: 645] (4306)
  • [2006-11-20 13:16]
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Hi Nel!
Though a bull, your "cow" is a cute animal as presented by you. Very nice colors and focus from a good pov. Your note is a precise explanation.
Anton

Hai Nel,
Heerlijke foto van dit prachtdier, ik denk alleen dat je niet te dicht in de buurt moet komen, hij kijkt nogal woest, ha ha,
Gr, Jacqueline

Hi Nel;very nice a Scottish Highland Cow,good sharp-good colors,tfs....
Habema.
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Hello Nel,
Yes they are very special cows, at least when it comes to appearance!
Maybe even a bit scary, I'm not sure I'd like to meet one of them in the forest...
Maybe I'm unfair... Good image to show this fine animal!
Greetings,
Pablo -

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