Question

“Hisardale” is a breed of sheep developed by crossing between

A) Bikaneri ewes and Merino rams
B) Bikaneri rams and Merino ewes
C) Deccani ewes and Bikaneri rams
D) Merino ewes and apennine rams

Answer 1

Hint: Crossbreeding happens as two completely separate breeds of animals are paired together. Crossbreeding is an important technique that can be used to make significant improvements to the efficiency of your flock.

Complete answer:
Magra sheep, also identified as Bikaneri Chokhla or Chakri, previously known as Bikaneri. It is a variety of female sheep distributed in the Bikaner, Nagaur, Jaisalmer and Churu districts of Rajasthan, India. So, it is known as Bikaneri ewes. Magra sheep are regarded as the most lustrous carpet wool-producing breed. The most significant strain of Magra has herds of highly white and lustrous fleece. Breeders, wool merchants and industrialists in Bikaner have voiced serious concern about the rapid decline in the number of Magra sheep.

Merino is one of the most historically important and economically successful sheep breeds. It has its origin from Spain. Merinos are also known to have some of the best and softest fur of any sheep. Merino is very adaptable. It was particularly well adapted to semi-arid climates and nomadic pastures. In many countries around the world, the breed has become prominent.

Hisardale is the new cross breed obtained by crossing Bikaneri ewes and Merino rams. It is mostly found in Punjab region.

The correct answer is option A, Bikaneri ewes and Merino rams.

Note:Sheep is a species of domesticated mammal. It is raised for its meat, milk, and wool. The sheep are typically stockier than the relative of the goat. In all wild species of sheep, the outer coat takes the shape of hair, and under it is a short undercoat of fine fur, which has grown into a fleece.