Beef Breeds Flashcards

1
Q

A ___________ is a group of organisms of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes.

A

Species

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2
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What is a breed?

A

A group of organisms within a species that have a distinct appearance.

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3
Q

How were breeds created?

A

Through deliberate selction/breeding

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4
Q

What are the two species of cattle?

A

Bos Taurus and Bos Indicus

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5
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What are the two types of cattle?

A

British and Continental

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6
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Which matures quicker: British or Continental cattle?

A

British

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7
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Which type of cattle is known for fertility and calving ease?

A

British

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8
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What is the most common breed of cattle in the US?

A

Aberdeen Angus

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9
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What type of cattle is the Aberdeen Angus?

A

British

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10
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What is CAB?

A

Certified Angus Beef
Marketing strategy for premium beef

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11
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List 3 characteristics of CAB

A
  1. Fine marbling texture
  2. Harvested at 30 months of age or younger
  3. Angus influenced w/51% solid black hide
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12
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What type of cattle are Charolais?

A

Continental

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13
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Describe the appearance of Charolais cattle.

A

White with pink muzzle
Medium-Large frame

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14
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What is the slogan for Charolais cattle?

A

More pounds, more profit

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15
Q

What British breed is noted for being red with a white face and their longevity?

A

Hereford

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16
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How long do Hereford cows live? Bulls?

A

Cows - 15+ years
Bulls - 12+ years

17
Q

Which Continental breed originated from Switzerland and is a multipurpose breed used for milk, meat, and work?

A

Simmental

18
Q

What is the dominant color for angus cattle?

A

Black

19
Q

Which breed isn’t really classified as British or Continental?

A

Texas Longhorn

20
Q

Which breed eats a wider range of grasses, plants, and weeds?

A

Texas Longhorn

21
Q

Which Continental breed means “yellow cattle” in German?

A

Gelbvieh

22
Q

What type of meat are Holsteins typically used for?

A

Ground beef

23
Q

Which British breed is known for their high fat milk?

A

Highlands

24
Q

___________ use their horns to help forage during the winter.

A

Highlands