Question

Sickle shaped horns are important characteristics of which breed of buffalo?
1. Surti
2. Murrah
3. Mehsana
4. Bhadawari

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Surti

The correct answer is Surti.

• Surti is also known as Charotari, Deccani, Gujarati, Nadiadi and Talabda.
• The breeding tract includes Vadodara, Bharuch, Kheda and Surat districts of Gujarat.
• Coat colour varies from rusty brown through silver- grey to black.
• Skin is black or brown in colour.
• Horns are flat, sickle shaped and are directed down ward and backward, and then turn upward at the tip to form a hook.
• Average milk per lactation is 1667 kg  and average fat 7.02%
• The Surti buffalo is lighter in body weight, as compared to heavy breeds, consume less feed, thrives well both on stovers and on limited or no green fodder.