Sahiwal Cow
Pakistan's premier indigenous dairy breed, prized for heat tolerance and tick resistance.
Sahiwal facts
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Sahiwal District, Punjab, Pakistan | The Cattle Site |
| Purpose | Dairy | The Cattle Site |
| Temperament | Docile and calm | The Cattle Site |
| Average Weight | 400–600 kgNote: Cows; bulls are heavier (up to ~700 kg). | The Cattle Site |
| Milk Production | 6–12 L/dayNote: ≈2,100–2,750 kg over a ~300-day lactation; up to 4,000–5,000 kg on well-managed farms. | Dairy Knowledge Portal |
| Lactation Period | 9–10 monthsNote: Typically ~300 days. | Dairy Knowledge Portal |
| Heat Tolerance | Excellent — bred for hot, arid climates; tick-resistant | The Cattle Site |
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