Study protocol/Genotypes

3. Central Highland. This goat is a medium-sized, broad-faced animal with thick horns and is mainly reddish brown in colour. It has a predominantly straight facial profile. The horns are mainly straight and pointed backwards. Most males have a beard and a ruff. This genotype is related to Western highland and Keffa goat types. The meat is currently not being exported for the fear of rejection due to the reported meat-darkening problem. However, this genotype is included because of its high proportion in the goat population of Ethiopia and because it represents a different goat family.