Country
Specie
ISO3
AZE
Language
eng.
Transboundary name
Azerbaijan Zebu
Other name
Azerbaidzhanskii Zebu, Caucasian Zebu, Talysh, Talyshinskii, Azerbaijan Zebu
Breed classification (geographic)
Regional
Additional information
Data before independence refer to Former USSR.<br> The breed is being extensively crossed to upgrade other breeds of cattle. However, a number of pure-bred animals are being kept for this purpose.
Adaptability to specific environment
The animals can withstand both hot and cold climates. The animal is well adapted to the local environment.
Specific resistance or tolerance
This breed is reported to be tick resistant.
Special characteristic of product
High quality of milk. Milk protein is 3,7-4,2
Color comments
uni coloured: usually red, black <br>multi coloured: pied
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
107
Wither height females
104
Weight males
450.00
Weight females
265.00
Other specific visible traits
Zebu, large dewlap
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
been in existence for 3 000 - 4 000 years.
Year of origin
0
Location within country
found in Lenkoran-Astara region and Ganja-Khazax region
Local cryo conservation status
No Material
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
Regional Transboundary Risk (detailed)
Unknown
