They are one of the lyre horned breeds and
are nearly extinct. In an effort to preserve this breed the Ministry
of Agriculture selected a herd consisting of 30 cows and 2 bulls which
is maintained at the artificial insemination center in Badajoz.
The females average 134 cm in height and weigh
approximately 450 kg. The males are slightly larger at 140 cm in height
and 670 kg.
Reference:
Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock
Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International.
273 pp.
Genus Bos: Cattle Breeds of the World, 1985,
MSO-AGVET (Merck & Co., Inc.), Rahway, N.J.
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