Description:
A small-to-medium sized, dual-purpose goat breed, the Verata. They are primarily black, chestnut, or gray in hue, with short, lustrous hair. Moreover, they feature well-sprung ribs and twisted horns that spiral forward and outward.
These goats have either black or brown, short, lustrous hair. Their dorsal ridge, underside, and face fringe are all typically black. They have well-sprung ribs, horns that spiral outward, and outward horns. They have an upright tail, and roughly 40% of the females also have substantial beards. The males have beards that are noticeable. They have dark, sturdy hooves as well. These goats appear to have fairly short legs, making their joints appear noticeably larger.
Behavior:
The Verata goat typically exhibits excellent conduct. It has a reputation for being fairly simple to manage. The goats are able to adjust to various management styles. They are well-liked in the dairy and meat industries for this reason. They are also reputed to be quite durable, surviving in a wide range of environments and temperatures.
Benefits/Uses:
A breed of goat with two uses is the verata goat. It can be used to produce both milk and meat.
Origin/History:
The Verata is a traditional and diverse breed of goat that originated in the Tagus depression in western central Spain. The Montes de Toledo and the western Sistema Central form its southern and northern borders, respectively. It was historically raised in the Sierra de Gredos, close to the intersection of the provinces of Toledo, Cáceres, and Vila. The breed was somewhat relocated from its region of origin, the comarca of La Vera, towards the southern comarca of Navalmoral de la Mata around the end of the twentieth century.
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