7 Goat Breeds Found in India

Zee Media Bureau
Mar 23, 2024

Barbari Goat

Found mainly in northern India, this breed is known for its high milk yield and meat quality. It's a small, hardy breed with distinctive white color and light brown patches.

Beetal Goat

Common in Punjab and Haryana, Beetal goats are valued for both meat and milk production, resembling the Jamunapari breed but are smaller in size.

Changthangi Goat

Known for producing the fine Pashmina wool, these goats are adapted to the cold desert regions of Ladakh.

Jamunapari Goat

Originating from Uttar Pradesh, this breed is among the largest, primarily raised for milk production.

Kutchi Goat

A dual-purpose breed from Gujarat, known for both meat and milk production.

Mehsana Goat

Originating from Gujarat, this breed is used for both meat and milk, notable for its distinctive black color with white spots.

Surti Goat

Primarily a dairy breed found in Gujarat, known for its high milk yield.

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