Size
1.5 m
Color
Red
Physical Appearance
The cattle are all the same shade of dark cherry red, with barely any white showing on the underside. They could have horns or polls. They have a strong endurance for the weather, can survive extreme temperatures, and are immune to ticks and bloat. They can be identified by their medium-sized ears, loose skin with thick folds below the neck, and small bull hump. The surface of this brief coat is smooth.
Characteristics and Genetics
A beef cattle breed from America is called the Santa Gertrudis. It is a hybrid breed of taurine-indicine cattle that is related to both zebu and European cattle. It was developed in Texas at the beginning of the 20th century and was given official recognition in 1940. It was exported to numerous nations, such as Australia, Brazil, and South Africa, and it helped to create a number of contemporary varieties, including the Barzona and the Droughtmaster.
Uses
The purpose of breeding these large animals is primarily to produce beef. The ladies are quite productive and give birth easily. As a result, Santa Gertrudis cattle are excellent choices for farms that produce food. Despite the fact that their attractive, red hides can also be used to make cowhide carpets, they are not well recognised for their milk.
Origins
A beef cattle breed called Santa Gertrudis was developed in Texas in the early 1900s. With the intention of creating a breed of beef cattle, the first Santa Gertrudis breeding programme started in 1910.
Red was prioritized when breeding for the Santa Gertrudis breed. From Brahman and Shorthorn cattle, they were bred. There are some differences in the amount of each breed that the Santa Gertrudis is descended from.
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