goat breeds Flashcards
1
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Boer goat
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prominent horns and drooping ears, generally brown head and white body
hardy fast growing meat goat
2
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Spanish goat
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generally horned high verity in appearance
used to clear brush and clean up areas
meat goat
3
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Nubian
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long drooping ears and roman nose, black, red or tan with white spots
noted for low milk production but high butterfat content
“jersey of goats”
4
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Saanen
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erect ears with straight or dished face, usually white
noted for high milk production
5
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Nigerian dwarf
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miniature milk goat
most commonly found in petting zoos
6
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angora
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produces mohair which is finest when young and gets courser through age
