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Answer the following question:
Name two breeds of buffaloes.

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Two breeds of buffaloes are:
  1. Murrah - The Murrah buffalo is jet black in colour, sometimes with white markings on the face or legs. Bulls weigh around 550 kg and cows around 450 kg. They typically have short and tightly curved horns. Average milk production is 2200 litres in a lactation period of 310 days.
  2. Surti - The Surti buffalo is of medium size and docile temperament. Surti breed has got a unique straight back. Good specimens have two white collars. Average milk production is 1600 kg.

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