GORJI

General Information

Species

Buffalo

Synonym

Desi

Breeding Tract

Chamba, Kangra (Himachal Pradesh) & Hoshiarpur, Gurdaspur, Ropar, Pathankot, Sas Nagar (Mohali) (Punjab)

Comment On Breeding Tract

Gojri Buffaloes Are Found In Sub-Himalayan Region Comprising Of North Eastern Parts Of Punjab And Himachal Pradesh

Main Use

Milk And Draught

Comment On Main Use

Gojri Buffalo Plays A Significant Role In Securing Livelihood For Gujjars, And These Buffaloes Are Considered As A Symbol Of Wealth In Their Community

Origin

Local. Derived From The Name Of The Pastoralist Community Gujjar Rearing These Buffaloes

Herd Book Or Register Established

No

Breed Societies (If Any)

No

Adaptability To Environment

Adapted To Foot Hills And Can Travel Long Distances And Can Climb Easily On Hills While Grazing

Morphology

Color

Brown Or Black

Number Of Horns

2

Horns Shape And Size

Curved. Moves Backwards And Then Upwards Towards Front To Complete A Big Loop. Size: Male- 35.75, Female- 44.61 Cm

Visible Characteristics

Straight Head. Horns Are Heavy And Medium Sized; Mostly Curved To Form A Big Loop Locally Known As ‘Pattih Wale Seengh’