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Question: Which of the following is not a breed of buffalo? A. Gir B. Nili C. Nagpuri D. Surti...

Which of the following is not a breed of buffalo?
A. Gir
B. Nili
C. Nagpuri
D. Surti

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Solution

Buffalo is a domestic water animal that is of an Indian origin. It is a cow breed originated in Gujarat. This breed has been used locally in the improvement of other breeds including the Red Sindhi and the Sahiwal.

Complete answer:
Various buffalo breeds have originated in India. Breeds such as Murrah, Jaffrabadi, Bhadawari, Surti, Nili, Mehsana and Nagpuri are common examples of water buffalo. Whereas, Gir is the breed of cattle that is commonly found in Gujarat. Murrah is the most common buffalo breed which is commonly found in different parts of Haryana. They are also known as Delhi, kundi, and Kali. They are black and have a white colour in the tail, face, and extremities. This breed is the most efficient milk and fat producer in India. Surti is a breed that is found in the Kaira and Baroda district of Gujarat. Their coat colour varies from grey to black. Their horns are long and sickle-shaped. They have high milk yield and have high-fat content in it. Nagpuri is commonly found in Nagpur, Amravati, and Akola districts of Maharashtra. They are black-coloured and have white patches on tails, face, and legs. They have flat, curved horns. Gir is a cattle breed, also known as Gujarati, desan, sorthi, and surati. It originated in the Gir forests of India. Their colour varies from chocolate-brown to black.

Hence, the correct answer is option A.

Note: The average weight of Gir is about 385 kgs and 130 centimeters in height. At birth, the calf weighs about 20 kilograms. They yield milk at an average of 1590 kg per lactation. In 2003, the Gir numbered about 9,15000.