Country
Specie
ISO3
ZAF
Other name
Bapedi
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is well adapted to the arid hot conditions of Sekhukhuneland.
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed has a high level of tick and heat tolerance.
Specific reproductive characteristic
The breed is reported to be fertile and females are known for ease of calving
Special characteristic of product
Animals of this breed produce quality hides.
Color comments
uni coloured: white, grey <br>multi coloured: red
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Horn shape size and comments
medium sized, lyre shaped
Weight females
391.00
Other specific visible traits
Sanga type
Herdbook
n
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Variety
Description of origin
Ecotype of Nguni, a Sanga cattle breed which migrated into South Africa with nomadic Iron Age people between the 3rd and the 7th century. The population is regarded as a landrace. Nguni ecotype.
Location within country
Sekhukhuneland (Northern Province) and Mpumalanga Province
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
