Characteristics
Gir Characteristics
Distinct in appearance, distinct in performance — the only ultra-convex cattle breed in the world.
Gir are generally mottled, ranging from red through yellow to white — black being the only unacceptable colour. They originated in southwest India in the state of Gujarat and have since spread to Kishangarh (Ajmer), Rajasthan. The breed is known for its distinct appearance, height & weight and natural beauty, very different from European breeds like the Jersey.
385 kg · 130 cm
Female avg weight / height
545 kg · 135 cm
Male avg weight / height
1,590 kg / lactation (record 3,182 kg @ 4.5% fat)
India avg yield
3,500 kg / lactation (world record 17,120 kg — Profana de Brasília)
Brazil avg yield
The Gir is distinctive in appearance, typically having a rounded and domed forehead — being the only ultra-convex breed in the world — with long pendulous ears and horns that spiral out and back.
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