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What are Anglo-Nubian goats used for?
The Anglo-Nubian is the best suited of the dairy goat breeds in Australia to hot conditions. They have been used in grading-up programs in many tropical countries to increase the milk and meat production of local breeds. Anglo-Nubians are large, with does weighing at least 64 kg.
How much do Anglo-Nubian goats cost?
Registered Nubian goats, from champion bloodlines, can cost $250 as week-old kids and to $500-1000 for a breeding-age doe. Champion tested breeding bucks can top $1,000.
Are Nubian goats friendly?
It is thought that Nubians are one of, if not the most popular breed of dairy goat in the U.S. This is due to several factors, including their friendly and easygoing temperament. They have big personalities and are known for their attention-seeking behavior, which is often considered endearing to owners.
Are Anglo-Nubian goats good for milk?
As the name suggests, Anglo Nubians originated from British and Middle Eastern stock. The breed is generally kept as a 'milk' goat, although some of the larger types are suitable for meat. The milk these goats produce is lovely, quite creamy and with a high butterfat content, typically about 5%.
Anglo-Nubian goat
Breed
The Anglo-Nubian is a British breed of domestic goat. It originated in the nineteenth century from cross-breeding between native British goats and a mixed population of large lop-eared goats imported from India, the Middle East and North Africa.... Wikipedia
Origin: United Kingdom
Weight: : Male: up to: 140 kg (310 lb): 357 ; Female: up to: 110 kg (240 lb): 357 ;
Scientific name: Capra aegagrus hircus
Distribution: more than sixty countries
Height: : Male: average: 90 cm (35 in): 357 ; Female: average: 80 cm (31 in): 357 ;
Horn status: either polled or with small horns
Its distinguishing characteristics include large, pendulous ears and a "Roman" nose. Due to their Middle-Eastern heritage, Anglo-Nubians can live in very hot ...