Ankole cattle

GPTKB entity

Statements (46)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf cattle
gptkbp:adaptation drought resistant
adapted to high temperatures
gptkbp:age 2-3 years
gptkbp:behavior herding behavior
gptkbp:breedingSeason involved in breeding programs
selective breeding for traits
breeding season varies by region
crossbred with other cattle breeds
gptkbp:characteristics long horns
large body size
gptkbp:colors varies from white to black
gptkbp:community_role integrated into farming systems
gptkbp:cultural_heritage part of local traditions
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of wealth
gptkbp:culturalEvents featured in cultural events
gptkbp:culturalHeritage high genetic diversity
gptkbp:current_use used in rituals
gptkbp:diseaseResistance resistant to tick-borne diseases
gptkbp:exportedTo exported to various countries
gptkbp:food_options lean meat
gptkbp:habitat grasslands
nomadic grazing
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ankole cattle
gptkbp:is_a_source_of beef production
milk production
gptkbp:length up to 1.5 meters
gptkbp:lifespan average lifespan of 15-20 years
gptkbp:localNames known by various local names
gptkbp:market high market value
gptkbp:origin gptkb:East_Africa
gptkbp:population estimated in millions
gptkbp:presentedBy featured in cattle shows
gptkbp:produces used for local consumption
gptkbp:reproduction moderate fertility rate
gptkbp:research subject of genetic studies
gptkbp:socialStructure herd animals
gptkbp:sustainability_initiatives not endangered
subject of conservation efforts
gptkbp:type Bos taurus
moderate
high butterfat content
varies by individual
used for local consumption
used in local dairy products
gptkbp:weight average 400-600 kg