Cattle
Afar Cattle
Distribution
Maintained by Afar people in eastern and north Ethiopia (Tigrai and Wollo)
Purpose of keeping and measurable traits
average daily milk yield 4±1 lts with 271±22 days of lactation length , ranges from 250-375 kg
Phenotypic and genetic characteristic
resistant and adapted to the harsh conditions, Large and slender body, small humps and moderate dewlap, Ash-grey, white smooth, red and shiny coat colour
Current population status
Increases population due to vaccination regardless of recurrent drought
Improvement and conservation activity
conventionally practiced by farmers
Afar Cattle
Afar Cattle