Bos indicus breed: Brahman cattle

The Brahman is a Bos indicus breed which was developed in the Gulf Coast states of the United States. Brahman cattle are a horned breed that vary in color, but are predominantly gray and red. Brahman cattle are humped, have large drooping ears, and loose skin in the throat and dewlap. 

These cattle have a very high tolerance to heat and have a natural resistance to many parasites. They are considered a maternal breed.

Some cattle breeders have crossed Brahman cattle with other breeds of American beef cattle to develop other breeds that can stand harsh conditions. Brahman cattle are also called “Brahma” or “zebu.”

Many Brahmans are light to medium gray, but there are some that are red and some that are almost black. Brahman bulls weigh between 1,600 and 2,200 pounds. Brahman cows weigh between 1,000 and 1,400 pounds.
Bos indicus breed: Brahman cattle