Dangi cattle

Dangi (Marathi:डांगी) is an indigenous cattle breed of India. It originated in the hilly tracts of Dangs comprising the Nasik and Ahmednagar districts in the state of Maharashtra.[1] The breed is medium to large in body size. They are a very good draught breed and known for their adaptability to heavy rainfall areas. The skin of this breed secretes an oil element that enables them to tolerate heavy rains.[2][3]

Dangi Bull
Dangi Cow

See also

References
  1. "Dangi cattle". Oklahoma state University. Retrieved 16 May 2015.
  2. "Indian Cow Breed - Dangi". Gou Vishwakosha - VishwaGou. Archived from the original on 6 July 2015. Retrieved 16 May 2015.
  3. "Dangi". Dairy Knowledge Portal. Retrieved 16 May 2015.
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