# Dartmoor Ponies Face Extinction

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Podcast: [UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/uk-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7493829)
Published: 2026-06-22T05:44:47+00:00
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## Resource

Dartmoor’s iconic hill ponies, ancient survivors of nearly 4,500 years, face extinction as Natural England classifies them as livestock, forcing farmers to choose between their livelihoods and the ponies’ survival. With populations slashed from 7,000 to just 1,000 in 25 years, these genetically unique animals play a vital ecological role—grazing tough grasses that prevent wildfires and boost biodiversity. Critics blast the agency for ignoring expert advice and applying flawed research, calling the plan “total madness.” A petition with over 148,000 signatures and political outcry highlight a desperate fight to reclassify the ponies before it’s too late. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/624a459cd3b62f7b

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