The breed is dark red with a black nose
and hooves and lyre shaped horns. The Retinta originated from
a combination of Andalusian Red, Extremadura Red and Andalusian Blond.
The Retinta are work and beef animals with
the primary current selection for beef production. Their size
and development vary substantially from region to region, with light
colored animals being found in the coastal areas.
The largest variety is the Tamerone, with is
selected and bred at Las Lomas Finca in the region of Cadiz.
Retinta cows are typically 136 cm in height
and 380 - 590 kg in weight. Bulls are larger and stand 141 cm
with a weight range of 660 to 1000 kg.
Reference:
Genus Bos: Cattle Breeds of the World, 1985,
MSO-AGVET (Merck & Co., Inc.), Rahway, N.J.
Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock
Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International.
273 pp.
Photographs:
SENASA Argentina, Carlos Moruzz, Coord. área
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