Breed Collection (page 100)

Domestic Chicken, Gamecock, fighting cocks held by owners prior to fight at Siat Sampian (coconut leaf war) festival, Pura (temple) Samuan Tiga, Ubud, Bali, Lesser Sunda Islands, Indonesia

Domestic Chicken, Black Rock hens, standing in farmyard, Chipping, Lancashire, England, november

Domestic Chicken, Blue Orpington, freerange hen, standing, Essex, England, august

Domestic Chicken, Gold-laced Orpington, freerange hen, standing, Essex, England, august

Domestic Goose, American Buff Goose, adult, standing in snow meltwater, North Dakota, U. S. A. april
Domestic Goose, American Buff Goose, adult, standing in snow meltwater, North Dakota, U.S.A. april

Domestic Chicken, Black Wyandotte cockerel, standing in field, Chipping, Lancashire, England, november

Domestic Chicken, Blue Copper Marans, freerange hen, foraging on molehill, Essex, England, august

Domestic Chicken, Silver-laced Wyandotte bantam cockerel, preening, Whitewell, Lancashire, England, december

Domestic Duck, Indian Runner Duck, duckling, standing and calling

Domestic Duck, Aylesbury, two ducklings, calling, sitting and standing

Domestic Duck, Indian Runner Duck, flock, herded into small pen by collie sheepdog, England, april

Mating common frogs (Rana temporaria). Two males compete for one female, both by grasping onto her, a process called amplexus. The male on her back is likely to be successful

Quagga-like zebra

Icelandic Horse
Icelandic horse (Equus caballus) nose and mouth

Norwegian elkhound puppy running through grass

Bulldog panting

Dead-leaf bush crickets mating
Dead-leaf bush crickets (Typophyllum sp.) mating on a leaf in the rainforest. The smaller male has just transferred a large white sperm packet, known as a spermatophore to the larger female

Flies mating on a grass stalk. The smaller male has mounted the female

Mating dead-leaf bush crickets
Dead-leaf bush crickets (Typophyllum sp.) mating on a leaf in the rainforest. The male is the smaller of the pair

Green tiger beetles mating
Green tiger beetles (Cicindela campestris) mating on moorland. The male is on top. Photographed in the UK

Common guillemots breeding

Young friesian dairy cows (Bos taurus) in a barn

Highland ponies sheltering beneath Scots pine trees during a snow storm. This breed of horse is the largest of the native British breeds

Sphynx cats. Photographed at the 2011 Catsburg international cat show in Moscow, Russia

Turkey-pheasant cross, 18th century

International dog show, Russia
International dog show. Shit-zu dog at the International Dog Show Eurasia 2011, Moscow, Russia

Snowy owl and chicks, 19th century
Snowy owl and chicks, 19th-century artwork. The snowy owl (Bubo scandiacus) is also known as the harfang, and is found in the northern circumpolar region

Crocodile hatches from its egg
Israel, Aravah, Crocodile and alligator breeding farm Crocodile hatches from its egg in the hands of a handler

Banana Nursery
A banana seedling nursery. Young banana plants are bred in pots in this hothouse before transferring them outdoors. Israel, Jordan Valley, Kibbutz Ashdot Yaacov

King penguin breeding colony
King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) breeding colony at St Andrews Bay, South Georgia. This is the largest king penguin breeding colony on South Georgia

Macaroni penguin breeding display
Macaroni penguins (Eudyptes chrysolophus) displaying in a breeding colony. These penguins are found around the edges of Antarctica and on sub-Antarctic islands

Koi Carp pool
Hikarimuji variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Sanke Koi Carp pool
Red white and black sanke Variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Ginrin chagoi Ko
Orange ginrin chagoi variety Koi (Japanese: literally " brocaded carp" ), are ornamental domesticated varieties of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio)

Three-band anemonefish (Amphriprion tricinctus) in a breeding farm. This fish is a type of clownfish. Clownfish are immune to the stings of anemones, enabling them to live within their tentacles

Buckley bonehead frogs mating
Buckley bonehead (Osteocephalus buckleyi) frogs mating. This position is known as amplexus. The male frog (top) grasps the female (bottom) with his front legs while she lays her eggs

Poodle. Close-up of the face of a standard white poodle (Canis lupus familiaris)

Miniature poodle. Apricot miniature poodle (Canis lupus familiaris) lying down

Mating pair of Huge Longhorn Beetles
Mating pair of huge longhorn beetles (Ceramby cerdo). This is the largest beetle in Europe. Photographed in Romania

Cat hair, SEM
Cat hair, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). The outside of the hair, the cuticle, is covered in overlapping scales of dead cells containing the protein keratin

Turkey farming. 24-day-old turkey hatchlings in a breeding and fattening coop. Domesticated turkeys are a breed of the wild turkey (Meleagris gallopavo)

Mute swan sitting on a nest in the snow
Mute swan (Cygnus olor) sitting on a nest in the snow. Mute swans are found in temperate areas of Europe, western Asia and the Russian maritimes

DOG SLED. Motion picture still

ALASKAN DOG SLED, c1900. A dog sled north of Arctic City, Alaska, on a branch of the Yukon River: oil over a stereoscopic photograph, c1900

ALASKAN DOG SLED, c1900. A dog sled north of Arctic City, Alaska, on a branch of the Yukon River. Stereograph, c1900

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"Breed: A Tapestry of Diversity and Beauty" From the majestic Highland Cattle, peacefully chewing on grass in the serene Norfolk grazing marshes of the UK, to Miss Richmond and her graceful deerhounds, breeds have always captivated us with their unique qualities. Delving into history, we uncover the fascinating Royal Corgi family tree, tracing back generations of loyal companions to the British monarchy. Meanwhile, the rugged charm of Highland cows reminds us of Scotland's untamed landscapes. In England's fields stand three powerful figures - Domestic Sheep alongside Beltex and Texel rams - a testament to agricultural heritage. These creatures embody strength and resilience amidst nature's embrace. Traveling further back in time, we encounter Welsh Black cattle from c1906; their presence evokes nostalgia for a bygone era when farming was deeply rooted in tradition. Trust is exemplified by a Glen of Imaal Terrier demonstrating the Glen Sit during World War II in 1942. This breed showcases loyalty and obedience even amidst challenging circumstances. Across borders in Camargue, France, white horses gallop through water with unparalleled grace. Their beauty symbolizes freedom and harmony between man and nature. The Dogue de Bordeaux or French Mastiff stands tall as an embodiment of power and elegance. Its regal stature commands attention wherever it goes. Limousin cattle introduce us to Haltcliffe Vermount pedigree bull – a world record-priced beef bull that represents excellence within its breed. It serves as a reminder that dedication can lead to extraordinary achievements. Lastly, we encounter an adorable yet amusing sight – a very long Dachshund dog defying expectations with its elongated body but unwavering spirit. These glimpses into various breeds remind us that our world is enriched by diversity – each one possessing distinct characteristics that make them truly remarkable creations.