Question

Describe two indigenous breeds each of animals from which we get food and work.

Answer 1

1. Indigenous breeds are animals that are native to India.
2. The two indigenous breeds each of animals from which we get food and work are Red Sindhi and Mahi.

Red Sindhi

1. This breed originated in Sindh, Pakistan, and can now be found in Orissa, Tamil Nadu, and Karnataka.
2. The breed's colour is a deep dark crimson. Bulls are significantly darker than cows.
3. This breed produce 1200-1800 L of milk per lactation period.
4. Lactation is the process by which milk is secreted from a mother's mammary glands shortly after childbirth.

Mahi

1. This breed's natural habitat is Gujarat's Gir jungle. This breed of animal can be found in Punjab and Haryana
2. White with dark red or chocolate brown patches all over the body is the most popular colour.
3. This breed produce upto 1800 L of milk per lactation period.
4. The bullocks are strong and work well.