Calvana
(most common name)
(transboundary/brand name)

The Calvana is a Podolian breed and is the only surviving variety of the original Chianina.

Podolian cattle breeds have calves born with a fawn to reddish coat that turns grey or white after about five months of maturing.

The white Podolian breeds of Italy are larger and also have more muscle and shorter horns than other Podolians.

This page was last updated on: 2023-05-15

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