Malnad Gidda
Malnad Gidda or Malenadu Gidda (Kannada:ಮಲೆನಾಡು ಗಿಡ್ಡ) is a dwarf breed of cattle native to the hilly, rainy and densely forested Malenadu region of the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka in India. It is also known as Uradana (Kannada:ಊರದನ) and Varshagandhi (Kannada:ವರ್ಷಗಂಧಿ).[1] They are of short stature and known for their adaptability and disease resistance. The milk and urine is of medicinal value.[2] The cattle can also be sustained solely on grazing the forests and rural terrains. They are found to be of black to brown complexions and are very active in temperament and are highly intelligent, also able to jump 5 feet fence.[3][4][5] The breed which was once a nondescript variety has now been declared officially as a distinct breed by the authorities.[3] This cow breed is commonly found in Shimoga, Chikkamangalore, Mangalore, and Hassan districts.
Average of 90 cm height at the withers and requires minimum fodder for survival. Milk yield is up to 3-4 ltrs per day. 2 ltrs on an average. [6]
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[edit]References
[edit]- ^ About Malnad Gidda Cattle
- ^ Need for conserving Malnad Gidda dwarf cattle breed - The Hindu
- ^ a b Malnad Gidda gets breed status
- ^ Malnad Gidda - Indian Council of Agricultural Research
- ^ "Malenadu Gidda - Vishwagou". Archived from the original on 6 July 2015. Retrieved 13 May 2015.
- ^ "Malnad Gidda | Dairy Knowledge Portal".
