• Criollo cattle trace their roots back to the arrival of Spanish cattle in the Americas during the 15th and 16th centuries.
• Initially brought from La Gomera in the Spanish Canary Islands, adapted to diverse environments.

• Small to medium-sized cattle with a compact body structure
• Adapted to various climates, including tropical and subtropical regions
• Short, sleek coat, often in various colors such as black, brown, or red

Well-suited to extensive grazing systems and low-input management practices

• Valued for their ability to utilize low-quality forages and adaptability to diverse environments
• Serve as a sustainable source of meat and dairy products for local communities

PYQ:

2016:

What is/are unique about ‘Kharai camel’, a breed found in India?

1. It is capable of swimming up to three kilometres in seawater.

2. It survives by grazing on mangroves.

3. It lives in the wild and cannot be domesticated.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

Practice MCQ:

The Criollo cattle breed has recently found mention in the news for its:

(a) Breeding Capacity

(b) Nutrients-rich Milk

(c) Adaptability to Climate Change

(d) Life Expectancy