They are remarkable for their longevity, many Highland cows continue to breed to ages in excess of eighteen years having borne fifteen calves. The breed is exceptionally hardy with a natural and unique ability to convert poor grazing efficiently. The hair colour can be black, brindled, red, yellow, and dun - there is considerable difference of opinion among breeders as to which is preferable. It is not uncommon for Highlands to shed this heavy hair coat when exposed to a hot dry climate and then grow a new one as the damp cold weather returns. With the double coat of hair and thick hide, the Highland has been adapted by nature to withstand great exposure. Photo courtesy of Craigowmill Fold, Highlands have a double coat of hair - a downy undercoat and a long outercoat which may reach 13 inches, and which is well-oiled to shed rain and snow. CharacteristicsThe Highland has the grandest head with a long fringe (that appears to cover the eyes) and the horns that are long and darken towards the tip, it is these features that make them most memorable.
It is called a fold of Highland cattle because, in the olden days in winter the cattle were brought together at night in open shelters made of stone called folds to protect them from the weather and wolves. Today all members of the breed are called Highland.Ī little known fact about Highland breeders is that they don't call their herd a herd. The size difference was probably due more to the severe climate and limited rations that the island cattle were subjected to than to any genetic variation between the classes. The Kyloes, raised on the western islands of Scotland, tended to be of a smaller size and had a higher percentage of black and brindled cattle than the mainland Highlanders. Originally, the breed was divided into two classes, the West Highlands or Kyloe, and the Highlander. Throughout the long recorded history of Highlands, breeders have taken great care to retain the original characteristics of these cattle. Email with any questions.HistoryLike their name suggests, Highland cattle originated in the Highlands and west coastal islands of Scotland, areas severe in climate and lashed by the North Atlantic gales. Please check our highlands for sale for any available calves.
That is what we aspire to here at Bomke Farms, to produce healthy small Highland Cattle! It will give you all of the desirable traits of the Highland in a smaller package, making them easier to handle and raise. The topping on the cake of the Highland is the Mini Highland. Highland beef is known to bring premium prices/lb. Not looking for a backyard grazer? Highlands are slow to mature at the age of 3, this slow aging produces a flavorful succulent meat. Highlands and humans have been interacting for so long over the span of history, that they will naturally be a good choice for a backyard grazer. Highlands are also known for their calving ease, being good mothers and for being docile. This allows for more highlands/acre then general cattle. They resemble a goat in that they will eat brush and weeds.
Another trait of the Highland that sets it apart from other breeds is their grazing/or browsing. This allows them to handle extreme weather conditions that other cattle would not be able to handle. Due to the conditions of the Highlands, this breed has developed into a very hardy breed of cattle that are unlike any other breed. Highland Cows originate from the very rugged Highlands of Scotland.
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