Brahman — buy or sell

Breed history: Brahman is an American breed of beef cattle developed by crossing Zebu and European cattle. This breed is valued for its exceptional heat resistance, parasite resistance, and ability to thrive in harsh conditions. In the mid-19th century, Zebu bulls began to be imported to America. Initially, there were very few of them. One bull was brought from England in 1849, and in 1854, a farmer from Louisiana received two bulls as a gift from India. In 1885, two more bulls were brought to Texas. They were crossed with local cows, leading to the emergence of the first Brahmans. In the early 20th century, Zebu continued to be imported from India and Brazil. Some animals were initially showcased in circuses before being sold to farmers. In 1924, a special organization was established – the American Brahman Breeders Association. It was then that the breed received its name – Brahman. This organization began to keep records of all animals of this breed. In 1939, it was decided that only calves born from Brahmans previously recorded would be entered into this book. In the mid-20th century, Brahmans began to be exported to Australia. They adapted well there and became very popular, especially in the northern part of the country. Currently, Brahmans are raised in 55 countries around the world, with a total population of over 1.8 million heads. Exterior: Brahmans are easily recognizable among other cattle. They have a large hump on their neck and back made of muscle and fat. The hump is larger in bulls than in cows. Brahmans have long, drooping ears that often stick up or even bend backward. Their skin is loose and hangs slightly, especially under the chin. Their coat is short, dense, and shines in the sun. Brahman bulls are quite large, weighing between 700 and 1100 kg. Cows are smaller, weighing between 450 and 600 kg. The height of cows at the withers ranges from 127 to 140 cm, while bulls range from 135 to 152 cm. Brahmans are most often gray, but the shade can vary from light gray to almost black. Bulls are usually darker than cows, with their necks, shoulders, and lower thighs being almost black. Occasionally, red or nearly black Brahmans are found. The udder of Brahman cows is small and round, covered with hair, and the teats are usually short and thin. Housing conditions: Brahmans are accustomed to hot and humid climates. They are not afraid of heat because they have several features that help them cool down.