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Morucha cattle
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Morucha cattle

Place of Origin Spain
Origin The Morucha originated in the region of Salamanca in Spain. With a current population of 161,000 animals it is an important Spanish breed.
Purpose Historically the breed was used as a draft (work) animal and has been used to produce fighting bulls but it is currently primarily used for beef production. They are thought to have originated from Black Iberian cattle.
Appearance It is either black or blue-roan (gray).
Horns Long upward curved horns.
Cows Average Weight 500 kg (1,102 lbs)
Bulls Average Weight 900 kg (2,000 lbs.)
Other Considerations The breed shows a strong maternal instinct and good fertility rate with a productive life of 14 to 16 years. The breed exhibits good foraging abilities and is adapted well to less intensive production systems.
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