Dhanni (cattle)
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Dhanni is a cattle breed originating in Punjab province of Pakistan mainly in Attock, Chakwal, Rawalpindi and Jhelum. It is used for dairy, meat and draught (including ploughing)[1]
Description
Dhanni is an average sized cattle, with straight back having a big hump, small face and short alerted years. It is found in different color ranges with different spots that can be either black, brown or red. It has a long tail ending with white switch. Bulls of this breed are known to be having great agility. Male weights around 400 kg while female weights 300 kg. The milk yield of females are around 1,000 - 1,200 litres. [2]
Color patterns
Dhanni bull have different names according to it color patterns:
- White coat with black spots (Chitta Burga)
- Black coat with white sports (Kala Burga)
- White mottles with brown and black patches (Nuqra)
- Red coat with white spots (Ratta Burga)
