The Osmanabadi goat stands as a significant breed in the livestock sector, renowned for its utility and unique features. With origins in India, this breed has captured the attention of farmers and breeders for its varied characteristics and economic value. Here’s an in-depth exploration of the breed
Osmanabadi is one good breed for Stall-Fed Goat Farming. It is known for good quality of meat. Mostly black in color, but you may find white brown and spotted. It is native of Osmanabad, Ahamadanagr and South India part due to migration by Goat Breeders.
Color
Mostly black, you may find some white brown and spotted
Horns
Horn length is 12 to 15 cm in Bucks. 50% does also have horns.
Ears
Long, Pendulous and about 20cm long
Body and Legs
Tall and large size. Body length, height and heart girth 69, 78 and 72 cm in bucks and 68, 75 and 72 in does.
Live weight
Buck 40-50 kg, doe 25 to 35 kg, birth weight 2-3 kg.
Kidding
once a year, two kidding seasons, twins litter size 1.8, the average age at first kidding 19-20 Months
Meat
Meat quality is good.
Milk
60 to 70 Kg per lactation
| Characteristic | Description |
|---|---|
| Color | Primarily black; occasional white, brown, and spotted variations. |
| Horns | Bucks: 12 to 15 cm. Approximately 50% of does also possess horns. |
| Ears | Long and pendulous, approximately 20 cm in length. |
| Body and Legs | – Bucks: Body length: 69 cm, Height: 78 cm, Heart girth: 72 cm.<br>- Does: Body length: 68 cm, Height: 75 cm, Heart girth: 72 cm. |
| Live Weight | – Bucks: 40-50 kg.<br>- Does: 25-35 kg.<br>- Birth weight: 2-3 kg. |
| Reproduction | – Kidding: Once a year with two distinct seasons.<br>- Litter size: Twins common, average 1.8.<br>- Age at first kidding: 19-20 months. |
| Meat Quality | Renowned for its taste and tenderness. |
| Milk Production | Approximately 60 to 70 kg per lactation cycle. |