Gir
Also known as: Gyr, Kathiawari, Sorthi
One of the finest milch breeds of India and the most widely exported Indian cattle breed. Gir genetics form the base of Brazil's dairy zebu industry, where elite Gir cows now exceed 10,000 kg per lactation.
GIR COW
Physical Characteristics
- Colour: shades of red and white, from pure red to speckled white
- Distinctly domed, convex forehead that acts as a cooling shield
- Long, pendulous, leaf-shaped ears folded like a curled leaf
- Horns curve backward and upward in a half-moon sweep
- Well developed udder with strong milk vein; docile temperament
Benefits for Farmers
High milk yield with A2 beta-casein protein, which fetches a premium price
Excellent heat and tick tolerance — performs in 40°C+ summers
Long productive life with regular calving intervals
Responds very well to artificial insemination and progeny testing
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Breed Profile
- Species
- Cattle
- Utility
- Milk
- Home Tract
- Gir forest region of Saurashtra — Junagadh, Amreli, Rajkot, Bhavnagar
- Found In
- Gujarat
- Yield
- 1,600–2,500 kg per lactation; 4.5–5% fat
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HALLIKAR
Draught
Hallikar
Karnataka
The premier draught breed of south India and the foundation of the Amritmahal. Hallikar bullocks are known for speed, endurance and alertness.
500–800 kg per lactation (a low milker by design)
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SAHIWAL
Milk
Sahiwal
Punjab, Haryana +1
Regarded as the best indigenous dairy breed of India. Sahiwal is used across Asia and Africa to grade up local cattle because it combines high yield with tropical hardiness.
2,000–3,000 kg per lactation; 4.5% fat
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DEONI
Dual Purpose
Deoni
Maharashtra, Karnataka +1
A striking black-and-white dual-purpose breed of the Marathwada region, carrying Gir blood in its ancestry.
600–1,200 kg per lactation; 4.3% fat
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