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Specie

ISO3
CHN
Transboundary name
Meishan
Other name
Mai Schan
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Specific reproductive characteristic
This breed is known for prolificacy.
Color comments
uni coloured: black with white feet
Wither height males
84
Wither height females
71
Weight males
160.00
Weight females
147.00
Other specific visible traits
rough and thick skin, 8-9 pairs of teats
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Variety
Description of origin
variety of Taihu: There are two sub-types: Middle Meishan and Small Meishan. These sub-types are maintained in separate breeding populations.
Location within country
northern Shanghai
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Endangered