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What is the shetland pony habitat?
Shetland ponies get their name because they are from the Shetland area of Scotland. They can now be found all over the world in many climates.
How do the Pony of Shetland survive?
Over the centuries the Shetland ponies have adapted to the island and its sparse vegetation. This has caused the ponies to become very small to be able to live off of the available food. They have also developed very heavy winter coats and a strong survival instinct.
What year where shetland ponies found?
The original classic type Shetland ponies that come from the Shetland Isle have been kept on the island since the Bronze ages. They were not discovered as much as they were created by the humans that lived there. They were likely a cross of native island stock and ponies brought over by their owners.
What country did ponies come from?
The term pony is defined by the animal's height so a pony can come from anywhere. Pony breeds have been developed in many different countries. Examples are the Shetland Pony which is named after Shetland Island in Scotland, the Connemara is from Ireland, the POA (Pony of the Americas) was developed in the USA.
Will I be required to store the furniture for the winter or can I leave it out?
You can leave furniture outdoors over winter, but it's best to clean it off come spring.
Can you leave chrysanthemums in a terra cotta pot over winter?
The chrysanthemum will die over the winter unless you live in a very mild climate.
Should ponies live outside during the winter?
In winter ponies and horses will grow long winter coats to protect themselves from the cold. If there is snow on the ground, they will paw at the snow to uncover the grass below. They may also have to break through ice on their water source, however, if it gets too thick they cannot and if this is the case, you need to or get something to prevent the water from freezing over.
Do hibernate over the winter?
No. They may not leave their dens in harsh weather, but they do not hibernate.
What is the capital of Shetland?
The Capital Of Shetland Is Lerwick.The islands' administrative center and only burgh is Lerwick, which is also the capital of Shetland since taking over from Scalloway in 1708.
Can you leave potatoes in the ground over winter?
Yes, you can leave potatoes in the ground over winter as long as the ground does not freeze too deeply, as this can cause the potatoes to rot. It is important to harvest them before the ground freezes to prevent damage.
Why were the shetland brought over to England?
For coal mining
Farmers leave dead crop plants in the field over winter what does this prevent?
Erosion.
