Cattle breeds
Zebu (Bos Indicus)


The beef cattle breed with Indian roots


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Zebu - also known as the sacred cow, with its characteristic hump. This and the short coat help the zebu to survive dry periods.

Coat colour

Beige, grey, spotted or brown

Build

The size of the zebus kept in Switzerland varies greatly.

Origin

Angus originated in the Aberdeen region of Scotland.

The Zebu breed of beef cattle originated in India.

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