Shakhansurri
(most common name)

(local/other name):
• Chakhansurri
• Sistani (Iran)

The Shakhansurri is a variety belonging to the general group of Afghan cattle. These cattle are true zebus with a compact body formation making them relatively small.

Shakhansurri coat colors include:
• black
• black and white
• grey
• light brown

The three varieties of Afghan cattle are:
• Shakhansurri
• Konari
• Kandahari

This page was last updated on: 2023-05-20

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