Mazandarani
(most common name)

(local/other name):
• Gilani

The Mazandarani was initially selected for work purposes. But since tractors have taken over that task in most areas, it is now selected for beef and dairy use.

The five varieties of Iranian Zebu cattle are:
• Bami
• Dashtiari
• Khorsan
• Mazandarani
• Sistani

This page was last updated on: 2024-06-26

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