Question

Which of the following breeds of milk yielding cows has been formed of Indian and Swiss cows?
A. Red Sindhi
B. Sahiwal
C. Sunandini
D. Deoni

Answer 1

Hint: This breed originated in the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is one of the most popular milk yielding cows and plays an important role in milk production across Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, etc.

Complete answer:
Red Sindhi breeds of milk yielding cows have been formed of Indian and Swiss cows. Red Sindhi cattle are emanating in Pakistan and are widely kept for the milk production across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and other countries. Its main aphorism is for the milk production, its quality.
The main purpose of cross breeding is to improve the quality and quantity of production of milk and to get better quality of meat.
Production of milk: The average per day production: 8-10 per day milk production. Average lactation yield: 2500-2700 kg per lactation.
   It has been crossed with Jerseys in many places, including India, US, Australia, Sri Lanka etc.
The breeding is done in favourable condition, like temperature, heat tolerance, disease resistance etc. The greater production of milk is generally found in agreeable climates.
As cross breeding is done with some un-naturalized dairy breed to produce desired offspring, which has a desired character and are adjustable to harsh weather conditions.
Characteristics Of Red Sindhi Cows
> Shape of The Body: It consists of a broad forehead and consists of ears which are hanging downward.
> Color: The skin of Red Sindhi cows are usually deep red in color.
> Udder Size: Red Sindhi are having udder which is large in size and with well arranged tits.
> Rate Of Reproduction: The cows and the bull were highly fertile, and they produced calves for three years.
> Behaviour: The style of cows is generally depending on you, how you treat them. Nevertheless, the cows are pliant and amiable in nature.
> Horns: The horns of Red Sindhi cows are short and curved which is found in pure breeds.
> Climate Tolerance: Red Sindhi cows are sturdy and rugged. And have the capability to survive in grinding condition.

Functional Characteristics:
> Red Sindhi cows are high milk yielders and are perchance the most economical milk producers amongst the Indian breeds of cattle. The average lactation yield in well maintained herds is
> The maximum daily yield recorded is 23.8 kg and the fat percentage average 5.02.

The correct answer is option (A).

Note: Red Sindhi is very much heat resistant and yields very high milk. The scientific name of this breed is Bos Taurus indicus. Under good management conditions, this can give out an average of 1700 kg of milk after suckling the calves.