There are many differences between Sahiwal and Red Sindhi cattle, including their respective origins, physical characteristics, and milk production.
Here are 9 differences between Sahiwal and Red Sindhi two popular cattle:
1.Sahiwal cattle are from Punjab Province which lies with the boundary line between India and Pakistan. While Red Sindhi cattle are from Sindh Province in Pakistan.
2.Sahiwal cattle are usually reddish-brown and white in neck & underline while Red Sindhi cattle can be bright reddish-brown to a yellow-red, but typically deep red.
3. Sahiwal cattle are typically larger than Red Sindhi cattle, Mature Sahiwal cattle weight about 700-800kg, and a Mature Red Sindhi bull’s average weight is 420kgs.
4. According to the research of KARI, Sahiwal cow per day average milk production is 8-10kg. On the other hand, the Red Sindhi cow’s average milk production per day is more than 12 liter.
5. Red Sindhi cattle are also known for their high butterfat content in their milk, which averages about 5%. Sahiwal milk typically has a lower butterfat content of about 4.5%.
6. Sahiwal cattle have medium size horns but Red Sindhi cattle horn size is about 12-14” and it grows up and backward.
7. Sahiwal cattle are more resistant to parasites and diseases than Red Sindhi cattle.
8. Sahiwal cattle are known for their calm and docile temperament, while Red Sindhi cattle can be more high-strung and excitable.
9. Sahiwal cattle are better adapted to hot climates than red Sindhi cattle.