Animal Husbandry - Study Mode

[#141] Siri mostly found in
Correct Answer

(A) Darjeeling

Explanation

Solution: Siri is mostly found in Darjeeling. Siri is a small-sized draught purpose breed of hilly region of West Bengal and Sikkim. The breed is also known as "Trahbum”. The breeding tract of the breed includes Darjeeling district of West Bengal and Sikkim north, Gyalshing, Namchi, Gangtok, Sikkim east, Sikkim south and Sikkim west of Sikkim.

[#142] The pork producers prefer to produce pork of the type
Correct Answer

(B) more lean and less fat

Explanation

Solution: The pork producers prefer to produce pork of the type leaner and have less fat. There are four major criteria used in measuring pork quality: colour, marbling, water-holding capacity, and ultimate pH. Pork that is a pinkish-red colour will provide a better eating experience. Avoid choosing meat that is pale in colour and has liquid in the package. Look for pork that has marbling, or small flecks of fat. Marbling adds flavour.

[#143] Mating of animals of different breeds known as
Correct Answer

(B) Cross breeding

Explanation

Solution: Mating animals of different breeds are known as Crossbreeding. Crossbreeding refers to the science of mating animals derived from different breeds or breed compositions. Although many beef producers choose to breed only purebreds, crossbreeding can result in significant advantages to beef producers. A crossbred animal has several advantages over a purebred, especially in traits important to commercial cattlemen: increased fertility, longevity, feed efficiency and disease resistance due to the phenomenon of hybrid vigour (heterosis).

[#144] Oestrus cycle of cow is
Correct Answer

(C) 18 - 24 days

Explanation

Solution: Oestrus cycle of cows is 18 - 24 days. The estrous cycle of the cow starts after puberty and occurs approximately every 21 days (18 to 24 days) except for pregnancy, reproductive disease or hormonal disorder. During estrous cycle, the reproductive tract is prepared for estrus or heat (the period of sexual receptivity) and ovulation (ovum release).

[#145] DCP in non-legume crop is
Correct Answer

(B) 0.5 - 1%

Explanation

Solution: DCP in non-legume crops is 0.5 - 1%.