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Nili Ravi Buffalo
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Habitat:
The hometract of the Nili-Ravi buffalo includes Lahore, Sheikhupura,
Faisalabad, Okara, Sahiwal, Pakpattan and Vehari districts of
Central Punjab; and Multan and parts of Bahawalpur and Bahawalnagar
districts of southern Punjab. However, because of their
well-recognized dairy qualities, these animals are now found all
over the country. Nili-Ravi 'buffaloes are in great
demand in several other countries as well. Nili and Ravi were
recognized as separate breeds until 1960's when merging of the two
breeds was accepted in the form of Nili-Ravi breed. |
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Physical
Characteristics:
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These buffaloes are massive, somewhat wedge-shaped animals.
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They are mostly black, but often have white markings on the
forehead, face, and muzzle, and lower parts of the legs. Due to
which it is called “Panj Kalyan”.
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The tail switch is often white.
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They have all curly horns, wall eyes, and a large and strong udder.
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Males attain maturity at the age of 30 months, and females at 36
months.
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Average age at first calving is 1390 days
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Milk yield is 1800-2500 litres per lactation (322 days) with
6.5% butter fat.
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Adult males weigh 550-650 kg, while females weigh 350-450 Kg.
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Males may be used for draught purposes, especially for preparing
land for paddy cultivation and are a good source of beef.
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White markings extending above hock and knee and over the neck
and body constitute a serious disqualification.
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Nili Ravi
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Nili Ravi
Female |
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