Tharparkar cattle

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Tharparkar cattle, also known as White Sindhi, Cutchi, or Thari, are an indigenous zebu breed from the Indian subcontinent. They originated in the Tharparkar District of Sindh (now in Pakistan) and are also found in India. This dual-purpose breed is raised for both milk and draught (work). They are medium to large in size with white to gray skin and a white stripe along the backbone. They have a long tapering face, a slightly convex forehead, medium-sized horns that curve upward and outward, and large semi-pendulous ears. Males are usually darker on the fore and hindquarters, while females are generally lighter; the tail is black. They have a strong hump, a medium dewlap, a deep barrel, and sturdy legs. The udder is medium-sized and strong, and cows are fairly good milk producers. Adult males weigh about 400–500 kg and females about 300–380 kg. Tharparkar cattle are well adapted to desert conditions and scarce feed, thriving after the monsoon rains from July to September.