Lohani (cattle)

Lohani

Conservation status	Unassessed
Other names	Acchai Cattle
Country of origin	Pakistan
Distribution	Pakistan
Use	Draft
Traits
Weight	Male: 300 kg
	Female: 235 kg
Height	Male: 40–44 in
Coat	Red with White spots
Cattle Bos primigenius

Lohani cattle (also known as acchai cattle) are a breed of cattle found in the Loralai district of Pakistan. They belong to the zebu breed of cattle, which are typically found in the hilly areas of India and Pakistan. They were originally a working breed, but are now used for milking as well.

Characteristics

They are draft type of cattle and are smaller than many other types of cattle, with the average bull weighing 300–350 kg. Their coat is normally red with white spots. The cattle have a narrow face, small ears and big, eyes. The forehead is slightly concave and often has white markings. The horns usually are long and vertical.They typically measure from between 12 to 18 inches in length. The horns are also usually short and thick.

Origin

It is believed that the Lohani originated from Lorali in Pakistan. The cattle are adapted to survive here as they are short and have relatively long legs to cross the uneven hills, which are typically between 3000 and 10,000 feet tall. Today, many cattle are found in the North West Frontier Province of Pakistan where they are called acchai cattle.