Country
Specie
ISO3
TZA
Description
the breed is mostly kept by Sukuma people along the lake Victoria zone, the name was named after the trible of Sukuma in the country.
Other name
Tinde, Tanganyika shorthorn zebu (TSHZ)
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is adapted to live under sub-humid climatic conditions.
Other special qualities
The animals produce traction and fuel. The animals are also important for social and security purposes.
Color comments
uni coloured: usually red, light dun, red roan or blue roan
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Herdbook
n
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
The Sukuma cattle seem to have been derived from crossing between Tanzanian Shorthorned Zebu and the Sanga.
Location within country
south of Lake Victoria, spreading from the western to the southern zone
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Not at Risk
Detailed local risk status
Not at Risk
