General Information

Species

Camel

Synonym

Kharia, Dariya Vara Unt

Breeding Tract

Kutchh (Gujarat)

Comment On Breeding Tract

Approximately, 45000 Sq. Km In Whole Kachchh District But Predominantly In Coastal Belt Of Lakhpat, Abdasa, Mundra & Bhachau Taluka

Main Use

Milk

Comment On Main Use

This Camel Is Also Used In Draught Purpose, Transportation, Border Security, Police Services, Tourism.

Origin

Khara Means Salty, The Animals Graze On Mangroves In Costal Belt And Also Aline Sp. Of Hrubs. So Named As Kharai

Herd Book Or Register Established

No

Breed Societies (If Any)

Nil

Adaptability To Environment

Well, Adapted To Both Dry Land As Well As Costal Ecosystems In Kachchh. Excellent Swimming Capacity In Sea Water. This Breed Can Tolerate Water With High Tds Up To 10000 Ppm. Resistant To Common Camel Skin Diseases Including Dermatitis

Morphology

Colour

Grey, Dark Brown, Light Red, Light Brown, Black, Dark Red

Number Of Horns

0

Visible Characteristics

Kharai Camel Has Typically Thick Neck Region And Medium Body Size Than Kachchhi Camel. Chest Pad Is Short And Does Not Touch Humerus Of Fore Legs During Walking. Smooth, Soft And Long Wool

Hair Or Wool

Hair