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“Bargur Buffalo”: Origin, Size, and Unique Characteristics of Bargur Buffalo.

ByRakesh Kumar 10/14/202509/01/2025Updated On 09/01/202510/14/2025

Bargur Buffalo: Origin, Size & Characteristics

"Bargur Buffalo": Origin, Size, and Unique Characteristics of Bargur Buffalo.

Bargur Buffalo Information

Scientific Classification	Domain: Eukaryota Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Mammalia Order: Artiodactyla Family: Bovidae Genus: Bubalus Species: Bubalus bubalis Common Name: Bargur Buffalo
Breed Type	Dual-purpose (Milk & Manure)
Synonyms	Malai Erumai, Malai Emmai
Origin	Named after its distribution in the Bargur hills, Tamil Nadu. “Malai” means hills; “Erumai/Emmai” means buffalo.
Distribution	State: Tamil Nadu District: Erode (Periyar) Breeding Tract: Hamlets of Bargur village A & B (Anthiyoor Taluk), Gundri & Kadamboor villages (Sathyamangalam Taluk)
Geographical Range	Longitude: 77°72′ Latitude: 11°34′
Main Use	Manure and milk
Milk Consumption	Primarily used for household consumption as curd and buttermilk
Breed Registry	No
Breed Society	No
Adaptability	Maintained solely on forest grazing
Physical Characteristics	Color: Brownish black and brown Horns: Two, curved backward and inward Horn Size: Medium in males, medium to long in females Distinct Features: Muzzle and eyelids are black; tail switch is brownish black; hooves are grey
Average Body Measurements	Male: Height: 108.27 cm, Body Length: 94.87 cm, Heart Girth: 149.8 cm Female: Height: 102.83 cm, Body Length: 93.33 cm, Heart Girth: 148.73 cm
Management System	Extensive grazing
Mobility	Stationary
Feeding Pattern	Grazing
Housing Conditions	Housed in enclosures near farmers’ homes or in harvested fields
Breeding	Breeding males are called “Konan” Natural mating is practiced
Milk Production	Daily Yield: 1.5 – 2.0 liters Milk Fat Content: 8.59%
Reproductive Performance	Age at First Parturition: 46 – 52 months Parturition Interval: 16 – 18 months
Population	2009: 2,000 (Lingayat Bio-Cultural Protocol, 2009)
The Rajasthan Express: Bargur Buffalo Breed Details

🐃 Bargur Buffalo Breed Overview

Origin:
• Native to the Bargur Hills in Tamil Nadu
• Commonly found grazing in the forested and hilly terrain of this region
Size:
• Medium-sized buffalo breed
• Known for its strong and sturdy build, well-suited for rugged landscapes
Characteristics:
• Possesses distinct curved horns
• Exhibits a brownish-black coat, often with a glossy appearance
• Adapted to hill environments, making it a resilient and hardy breed

"Bargur Buffalo": Origin, Size, and Unique Characteristics of Bargur Buffalo.

Discover the Bargur Buffalo, a unique breed from Tamil Nadu. Learn about its origin, size, and key characteristics, including its adaptability, appearance, and milk production.
THE RAJASTHAN EXPRESS

Rakesh Kumar

Hello, my name is Rakesh Kumar. Currently, I am working as a Livestock Inspector in the Rajasthan Government Animal Husbandry Department. In the year 2024, I appeared for my first government examination and secured selection in my very first attempt with an impressive 684 rank, which is a matter of great pride for me.