Top 10 Exotic Breeds Of Cattle with High Milk Production

Exotic Breeds Of Cattle:- Exotic breeds of cattle refer to those that do not have origins in India but were introduced from foreign countries. These breeds typically have specific advantages over Indian cattle breeds in certain characteristics.

What is the Meaning of Exotic Breeds of Cattle?

Certainly! Exotic breeds of Cows refer to those cattle breeds that do not originate in India but were introduced from foreign countries. These breeds have specific advantages over Indian cattle breeds in certain characteristics.

Classification of Exotic Cattle Breeds:

1). Dairy Breeds/Milch Breeds: Average milk production in one lactation 1500 Liter above.

2). Dual-Purpose Breeds: Average Milk production 1200 to 1500 litre in one lactation.

3). Drought Breeds: Below 1200 liter milk production in one lactation.

The Difference between Exotic and Indigenous Cattle Breeds

Indigenous and exotic breeds of cattle differ in the following characteristics

Sl. No.	Characteristic	Indian cattle	Exotic cattle
1	Scientific name	Bos indicus	Bos taurus
2	Milk production	Low	High
3	Hump	Present	Absent
4	Adaptability to hot climate	High	Low
5	Disease resistance	High	Low
6	Dewlap and sheath	Well developed	Less developed
7	Age at sexual maturity	24-36 months	15-18 months

Milch Purpose Breeds of Cows

Here are the some example of Milch purpose Breeds of Cows, Indian Cows and Exotic Breeds of Cows

Indian Cattle Breeds	Exotic Cattle Breeds
Red Sindhi	Jersey
Sahiwal	Brown Swiss
Gir	Holstein x Friesian
Tharpakar	Guernsey
Hariana	Ayrshire
Kankrej	Hereford

Characteristics Of Exotic Breeds Of Cattle and Indian Cattle

Certainly! Exotic breeds of cattle exhibit unique physical characteristics that distinguish them from other breeds. Let’s delve into the details of these fascinating cattle:-

• They are native to European Countries like the United Kingdom, Sweden, Holland, etc.
• High milk producers which can produce 4000-6000 kg per lactation period.
• They are Heavy animals compared to Indigenous breeds.
• The bullocks are poor draught animals.
• They are imported to India mainly for cross-breeding purposes.
• Scientifically, these animals are known as Bos taurus.
• They are humpless cattle breeds (with exceptions).
• They are docile animals and hence easy to manage.
• They are more costly than indigenous breeds with double the price than that of Indigenous ones.

List of Exotic Breeds of Cows

1). Jersey: The Jersey breed originates from the Island of Jersey in England. These cows are known for their small size, light brown color, and average milk production 4000 litre in one lactation and 5% fat content and longest lactation period is 365 days.

2). Holstein x Friesian (HF): Holstein-Friesians, often simply called Holsteins, are one of the most common dairy cattle breeds worldwide. They have distinctive black-and-white markings and are known for their high milk production the avergage milk production is 5150 litre in one lactation it is mostly used for milk producation, and their milk is low in fat.

3). Brown Swiss: Originally from Switzerland, Brown Swiss cattle are in brown colour, average milk production in one lactation is 5250 litre and their milk has 5% milk lactose, this milk is good for children.

4). Guernsey: Guernseys come from the Isle of Guernsey in the English Channel. They have a reddish-brown and white coat. Guernsey cows are valued for their rich and flavorful milk, which has a higher butterfat content than Holstein milk.

5). Ayrshire: Ayrshire cattle are native to Scotland. They have a red-and-brown colour and average  milk production is 4840 in one lactation and 4.1% fat in milk and are dual-purpose breeds, suitable for both milk and beef production.

6). Ankole: The Ankole breed hails from Africa, particularly Uganda. These cattle are known for their impressive long, curved horns. They are adapted to hot climates and are used for both milk and meat.

7). Normande: Normande cattle are from Normandy, France. They have a tri-colored coat (white, brown, and black) and are dual-purpose animals. Normandes produce good quantities of milk and are also used for beef.

8). Simmental: Simmentals are originally from Switzerland. They have a striking appearance with a reddish-brown or golden coat and white markings. Simmental cattle are versatile, used for both milk and beef production.

9). Charolais: Charolais cattle come from France and are primarily beef cattle. They have a white or cream-colored coat and are known for their large size and good meat quality.

10). White Fulani: White Fulani cattle are found in West Africa. They have a white or light gray coat and are well-adapted to tropical climates. White Fulani cows are used for both milk and beef.