ANSC 1011 Chapter : Animal Fact Sheet
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Geographical locations: while jersey cattle started on an island name jersey in britain, jersey cattle are found in various geographical regions and climates throughout the earth. Economic importance & contributions to mankind (including products and by products): The american jersey cattle, specifically the cows, produce ordinary dairy products such as milk and butterfat. Castrate: castration in all cattle is referred to as castration. Group all cattle in groups are referred to as herds. Body temperature ( c) the body temperature of healthy jersey cow is around 40 degrees. Types of feed eaten: when the cows are young, they are fed jersey milk, but as they grow, they begin to feed on grass and hay at an increasing rate. General behavior patterns: among all breeds, the jersey bulls are least likely to submit to authority and have a temper compared to other bulls. Unique qualities: jersey cows produce more milk per pound that any other breed.
