Estonian Native
(most common name in English)

(most common name):
• Eesti maatõug
(transboundary/brand name):
• Estonian Native Cattle
local/other name (English):
• Local Estonian
local/other name (Russian):
• Mestnaya estonskaya
• Эстонский родной скоты

The Estonian Native is naturally polled and can be a cream-yellow, red or yellow-brown with white flecks, or various combinations of red, brown and white.

The Estonian Native has been in development since 1898. Imports used in development:
• West Finncattle (1910) and (1965–1997, >20%)
• Danish Jersey (1961–1990, >20%)
• Brown Swiss (since 1985, <5%)
• German Red Pied Holstein (since 1987, 5–20%)

The Estonian Native, known for its hardiness and longevity, has very strong legs and hooves. They have low feed requirements and produce milk with a high fat and protein content.

This page was last updated on: 2023-06-15

You can also go to:

My Daily Cow® Estonia and read about other Estonian cattle breeds.

The Cow Wall® A-Z Cattle Breed Picture Reference to see other breeds of cattle in the world.