General Information

Species

Cattle

Synonym

Palingu Maadu, Mani Maadu, Jallikattu Maadu, Mattu Maadu, Kilakattu Maadu

Breeding Tract

Madurai, Sivaganda/Pasumpon Muthu Thevar, Virudhunagar/Kamarajar (Tamilnadu)

Main Use

Draught, Game (Jallikattu) And Manure

Comment On Main Use

Bulls Are Used In Bull Riding (Jallikattu) Which Is Very Popular Game In The Area.

Origin

Originated From Pulikulam Village

Herd Book Or Register Established

No

Breed Societies(If Any)

No

Adaptability To Environment

The Animals Survive Well On Extensive Grazing In The Tropical Climate Of The Area In The Open Housing System

Morphology

Colour

Dark Grey In Males And White Or Grey In Females

Number Of Horns

2

Horns Shape And Size

Curved – Outwards, Upwards, Backwards And Inwards Ending With Pointed Tips, Tips Are Wide Apart. Size: Male-34.34cm,Female-37.22cm

Visible Characteristics

Small Size, Compact Body And Short Legs. Muzzle, Eyelids, Tail Switch And Hooves Are Black.Fore Head Is Broad And Level With Groove At Centre.Hump Large In Males And Small In Females. Udder Not Well Developed.