Santa Gertrudis (Noun)
Meaning
Brahman and shorthorn crossbreed of red cattle; hardy in hot regions.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Santa Gertrudis cattle were developed as a result of crossing Brahman with shorthorn and has been known for hardiness in hot and dry regions.
- Farmers preferring heat-tolerant breeds often crossbreed using Santa Gertrudis due to its ability to perform well in harsher environments.
- A Santa Gertrudis herd required less maintenance compared to European breeds in tropical climates, making them an attractive choice for cattle farmers.
- In Australia, the introduction of the Santa Gertrudis proved to be successful in several drought-prone regions as it offered substantial resistance to heat stress.
- Raising Santa Gertrudis in certain parts of Africa became a more popular choice as the cattle proved to thrive in high-temperature environments.