| These are swamp buffaloes having 48 diploid no. of chromosome (2N) and distributed mostly in upper Brahmaputra valley of Assam. These are also found in some areas of Mizoram, Manipur and Nagaland bordering Assam. Luit is a medium sized black coloured buffalo with compact body and strong built up. Forehead is broad with conical face and wide muzzle. Eyes are prominent. Horns are broad at base, curved upward to form a semi circle and taper to a narrow tip. Light white stockings up to the knee are present in both fore and hind legs. Tail is short reaching up to the hocks. Udder is bowl shaped and small in size. Lactation milk yield ranges from 385 to 505kg. Bullocks are excellent draft animals for carting and ploughing especially in muddy field for paddy cultivation. |
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