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The buffaloes found in India belong to which of the following categories?
Question

The buffaloes found in India belong to which of the following categories?

A.

River buffalo

B.

Swamp buffalo

C.

Mud buffalo

D.

Tarai buffalo

Correct option is A

The Correct Answer is: A) River buffalo
Explanation:
The buffaloes found in India primarily belong to the River buffalo category. These are domesticated water buffaloes adapted to riverine and plain regions, known for their high milk yield, especially breeds like Murrah, Jaffarabadi, and Mehsana.
River buffaloes are more common in South Asia, especially in India and Pakistan.
 Information Booster:
  • River buffaloes are mainly used for milk production.

  • Common breeds in India: Murrah (Haryana), Mehsana (Gujarat), Surti (Gujarat), Jaffarabadi (Gujarat), Bhadawari (U.P./M.P.).

  • Have a black or grey-black body, and curved backward horns.

  • Prefer clean water and are mostly found in plains and river valleys.

  • India has the largest population of river buffaloes in the world.

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