Bargur Buffalo

National Bureau of Animal Genetic Resources
Karnal-132001 (Haryana)

These buffaloes are found in the Bargur hills in Tamil Nadu. Coat colors vary from black to light brown or brownish-black. Greyish white stockings from carpal/tarsal joint to fetlock are present predominantly in females. These buffaloes are maintained under the extensive system and are reared for manure, milk, and meat (male calves are sold for carabeef). The animals are adapted to graze in the hilly terrain due to its small size (about 102cm in height). The milk yield of the animals ranges from 1.5 to 2.0 liters per day and mainly used for household consumption.

Bargur Female
Bargur Male