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Cattle traits means, the characteristics that cattle posses. These traits are what cattle are known for or why the produce the way that they do. For example, Texas longhorns are known for their horn size, this is a trait. Holsteins are known for high milk production, this is also a trait.

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Why is cattle bred by artificial selection?

In order to give them optimal traits that will make them more resistant to disease and sickness.


Definition of cattle keeper?

In the colonial days, this was a person hired to herd the cattle to and from the "commons". The commons essentially was a community pasture that was too small for the increasing population of cattle in the conolial settlements, and so cattle were hered to graze outside of the colony during the day and come in at night. Nowadays, a cattle keeper is either called a cowhand, cowboy, rancher, farmer or cattle producer.


What is scientific of cattle humplees?

Cattle humpless, or "humpless" cattle, typically refer to breeds that lack the pronounced hump found in zebu cattle (Bos indicus) and are instead from Bos taurus lineages. This absence of a hump is a result of genetic differences and adaptations to their environments. Humpless cattle are often more suited to temperate climates and are commonly raised for beef and dairy production. The genetic traits influencing hump formation also reflect the cattle's adaptation to varying conditions, such as heat tolerance and resistance to disease.


Do cattle ranches raise cattle?

They raise cattle or beef cattle


Did hereford cows and longhorn cattle breed?

Hereford cows and longhorn cattle can breed and produce hybrid offspring, but it is not a common practice since they are different breeds with distinct characteristics and breeding goals. Breeding between these two breeds may not be ideal for maintaining the desired traits of either breed.

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What is the definition of cattle rearing?

Raising cattle.


What is the definition of a cattle drive?

The definition of a cattle drive is when you drive cattle from a ranch to the railroad for slaughter.


What is the definition for beef cattle raising?

It is the process of breeding and raising cattle for the purpose of meat production.


What is the definition of cattle ranges?

Open areas where they graze.


How many cattle cattle for a hobby farm?

A hobby farm is a small farm that is not a primary source of income. The number of cattle is not really part of the definition.


What are steers in cattle definition?

steers are bulls that have been castrated.


What traits of cattle are the most heritable?

Quality traits, such as fat marbling and milk production are usually the most heritable. In general quality traits are more heritable than growth traits (such as weight), which are more heritable than reproductive traits (such as conception rate).


What is the definition of qualities?

The good and valuable traits of a person.


When heavier cattle mixed with leaner cattlewhat kind of cattle was formed?

When heavier cattle are mixed with leaner cattle, the resulting offspring typically exhibit a blend of traits from both parent types. This can lead to a new generation of cattle that may be either a more balanced hybrid or exhibit traits leaning toward one side, depending on genetic factors and the dominance of specific traits. The goal of such mixing often includes improving meat quality, growth rates, and overall hardiness. Breeders may select for specific characteristics to achieve desired outcomes in the herd.


What is the definition of dung?

Excrement of large herbivores: cattle, horses, camels etc.


What is the definition for herbivores?

A herbivore is a plant eater, such as a horse, elephant, cattle, etc.


What is definition of charcater traits?

They r things that describe the characters in the story