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Country

Specie

ISO3
ALB
Language
eng.
Transboundary name
Holstein (black and white)
Other name
Laramane
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Exotic
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Additional information
2002: black and white cows and its crosses account for 38% of the total cattle population. <br> The local cattle population has decreased severely due to cross breeding with exotic breeds, such as Jersey, Black and White and Simental breeds.
Adaptability to specific environment
Adapted to harsh field conditions and high mountains.
Color comments
multi coloured: white with black spots
Number of horns males
2
Number of horns females
2
Wither height males
143
Wither height females
136
Weight males
461.00
Weight females
416.00
Herdbook
y
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
imported from the Netherland, Denmark and Germany
Year of origin
1965
Location within country
black and White breed is mainly found in the coastal area, South East lowland area and in North-East areas.
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Not at Risk