An Eriskay foal has been born at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm in Salisbury. The filly arrived on 21 September and has been namedCholderton Solara Seren, or Sollyfor short.With only around 400 Eriskay ponies left worldwide, every foal is vital for the survival of this endangered native breed.Were absolutely thrilled to welcome Solly into the world, said Sophie McConnell, Managing Director at Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm. With Eriskay ponies being so rare, every birth is incredibly special. Her arrival is not just a joy for us, but also an important step in protecting this wonderful breed for the future.iPhone 16 Pro f/2.8 1/1248s 15.659999847383mm ISO50Sollys dam is Heather and sire, Texa. The filly is the full sibling to Cholderton Sunset Attenborough (Sunny), who was born at the farm in May last year.Sollys full name reflects both her heritage and the farms link to the Wiltshire landscape. Solararelates to the sun and the Stonehenge solstice, which has inspired the names of many of the farms previous foals, including Summer, Twilight, Solstice, Merlin, Eclipse and Equinox. Seren, meaningstarin Welsh, symbolises light and hope, while Choldertonis the prefix given to all animals born at the farm.The now month-old Solly is thriving alongside her mother.Shes doing really well, getting a bit steadier on her feet and is glued to her mothers side unless she doing adorable zoomies around her field, added a farm spokesman.More from Your HorseA simple hair strand could help save future of critically endangered breedHow to prepare for autumn with your horseTips for hacking a horse who likes to race home5 things your horses vet really wishes you wouldnt doThe post Rare Eriskay foal welcomed into the world appeared first on Your Horse.