Country
Specie
ISO3
COL
Language
sp.
Transboundary name
Criollo
Other name
Chusco
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is reported to be resistant to endoparasite infestation.
Specific reproductive characteristic
This breed is known for low prolificacy but good fertility.
Special characteristic of product
The dark coloured wool (black) is used for crafts (runes).
Color comments
uni coloured: black or white <br>multi coloured: black and white pied <br>uni coloured: white, black or pied
Number of horns males
0
Number of horns females
0
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
descended from Spanish Churro and probably also Spanish Merino
Year of origin
1548
Location within country
Highlands of Columbia
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
At Risk
Detailed local risk status
Endangered
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Endangered
