Correct Answer - Option 1 : Bos Indicus
The correct answer is Bos Indicus.
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The scientific name of the cow is Bos indicus.
- They belong to phylum Chordata, Mammalia class and Bovidae family (Subfamily- Bovinae).
- The gestation period of a cow is in the range of 279-285 days.
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The lifespan of a cow is 18-22 years.
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The average weight of an adult cow is about 720 kg.
- Bos Indicus Cattle (Zebus), sometimes known as humped cattle or Brahman cattle, are a type of domestic cattle originating in South Asia.
- They are characterised by a fatty hump on their shoulders, drooping ears and a large dewlap.
- They are well adapted to withstanding high temperatures and are farmed throughout tropical countries.
- Zebu is used as draught oxen, as dairy cattle and as beef cattle, as well as for byproducts such as hides and dung for fuel and manure.
Sindhi Cow:
- This breed is also called Red Karachi and Sindhi.
- This breed is mostly found in Karachi and Hyderabad district of Pakistan.
- The milk yield of this type of cow ranges from 1100-2600 kgs.
- It is widely used in crossbreeding programs.
- The age of first calving ranges from 39-50 months and inter calving period from 425-540 days.
Sahiwal:
- Heavy in size and superior to other cows.
- Found in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh.
- The highest milk producing indigenous breed of cow in India.
Jaffrabadi is an indigenous buffalo breed of India.
