The Rathi cattle are an important breed of cattle indigenous to India. It is a milk cattle breed and primarily used for milk production and for draft purposes. Rathi cattle are a Bos indicus breed originated from Bikaner, Ganganagar and Hanumangarh districts in northwest Rajasthan, India. It is a very important dual purpose breed of cattle of India which is well known for it’s milking and draught prowess.
The breed is locally known to have tow variants, which are Rathi and Rath. The Rathi cattle are a draft breed, and the Rath is a pure milk producing variant. The Rath cattle were domesticated by Rath tribe and the variant originated in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. White skin with black or grey spots are the main characteristics of the Rath cattle. While the Rathi cattle are usually of brown color. The Rathi and Rath are two completely separate breed. The Rathi cattle originated from the Sahiwal and Tharparkar cattle breeds. Currently the breed is available throughout Rajasthan and some other parts of India
The Rathi cattle are medium sized animal which are usually brown in color with white patches all over the body. Although they are also found in completely brown or black coat with white patches. Their lower body parts are usually lighter in color as compared to the rest of their body
They have medium sized horns, and their horns are curving outward, upward and inward. Their face is broad between eyes and slightly dished. They have long tail, and the dewlap is fine and loose. Photo and info from Wikipedia.
Special Notes
Rathi cattle are very hardy animals. The eco system in it’s native tract is fragile and the lands are less fertile with very low productivity. Chilly winter, dry monsoon, dust storms and scorching summer are the characteristics of the region. However, the Rathi cattle are well adapted to this area and can produce well in this environment. The cows are efficient and good milk producers. On average the cows can produce about 1560 kg of milk per lactation. Although their milk production can vary from 1000 to 3000 kg. Review full breed profile of the Rathi cattle in the following table.
It is an important milch breed of cattle found in the arid regions of Rajasthan. This breed functions as a major livelihood source for the farmers in this region. It is milk cattle breed and primarily used for milk production and for draft purposes.Rathi Cow is a medium sized animal which is usually brown in color with white patches all over the body.
Features:
Tick and parasite resistance
Ease of calving
Drought resistant
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