The Boran belongs to the East African Shorthorned
Zebu type and is raised primarily for meat production.
The Boran is a medium-size Bos indicus breed
that shows high resistance to heat, ticks, and eye diseases. It
can endure scarcity of water and can live on low quality feed.
Borans are highly fertile and mature earlier
than most other Bos indicus breeds, and are noted for their docility.
They are usually white or grey but are also
found in red or pied. Bulls often displaying black points.
They were imported to Australia in 1990.
Reference:
Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian
Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989, 3rd Edition
Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of
Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International.
273 pp.
Photographs:
Handbook of Australian Livestock, Australian
Meat & Livestock Corporation,1989, 3rd Edition