Indian Cow


















·The Indian cow belongs to Bass Indicus variety.

High shoulder, flappy under-neck, and Suryaketu nerve on the back are easy differentiators of the variety.

· It is believed that Suryaketu nerve absorbs medicinal essences from atmosphere and makes milk, urine and cow dung more nourishing.

Skin

· High shoulder, flappy hanging dewlaps under-neck, and long ears increase the area of skin that sweats and keeps the body cooler. This is apt for our climate.

· Sweat glands are wider and the sweat is aromatic, protecting from monsoon-insects.

· The cow drives away insects by swift muscle movements

· With small hair, skin remains clean.

· With all these uniqueness, an Indian ox can work with comfort in rain and shine.

Tail

· Long enough to touch ground.

· Tail joint is unique and allows swirling around till the neck.

· It also swats flies and insects.

Hoof

· Oined, does not gather twigs and dirt.

· Indian ox has smaller and strong hoof. This is suited for ploughing and pulling cart.

· Some of the Indian varieties can work without horse-shoes.

· Unlike tractor, the ox does not harden the top soil and kill the helpful insects.

Chromosome

· Different actions and features of the body are controlled by chromosomes.

· As a cow would always have adequate quantity of chromosome, there is no infertility for generations.

Life Activities

· Basal metabolic rate(BMR) is the amount of energy expended while at rest in a neutrally temperate environment.

· Indian cow has a lower BMR. In draught it can survive with small quantity of food.

· Though it becomes weaker then, it recovers fast when it gets nourishment.

· Such temporary difficulties do not later affect its milk yield or fertility.

Immunity to Disease

· Cows are born with immunity to diseases. There is no difference between the ones grazing in the fields or kept in the sheds.

· This reduces the expenditure on their medical care.

· For this reason, America and Europe import Indian cows, cross breed with local variety to improve their immunity.

Efficiency

· Indian ox has strong muscles and long legs. They work for long hours in difficult conditions.

· High shoulder holds the plough well.

Caring

· Cows can be housed in very ordinary shed and even under a tree.

· Some Indian varieties require very little food.

· In villages they generally roam around fields and forests through the day.


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