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Corsican donkey

Corsican donkey

The Âne Corse, Corsican: U sumeru corsu, is a French breed of domestic donkey from the Mediterranean island of Corsica, a région and territorial collectivity of France. It was formerly numerous in the island, but numbers have fallen alarmingly. From about 2010 two associations sought its official recognition. It was recognised as a breed in 2020, and a stud-book was established in the same year. Like the other seven donkey breeds of France, it is an endangered breed; a total population of 1500 to 2000 head was reported in 2024.

Life Span 25-30 years
Weight 180-450 kg

What to Know Before Buying a Corsican donkey

Finding a responsible Corsican donkey breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells donkeys commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.

Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Corsican donkey. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.

Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Corsican donkeys appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.

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