Study protocol/Genotypes

Next we describe the goat genotypes that have been chosen.

The following three indigenous genotypes will be evaluated. Each belongs to a different goat family population. (Photographs will not normally be included in a protocol.)

 

2. Long-eared Somali. This is a large white goat with predominantly straight facial profile. Horns are mainly curved and pointing backwards. Polledness has been recorded in males. Most males have beards. The genotype is related to the short-eared Somali goat type. Goat meat is preferred to mutton in areas where the long-eared Somali goat is kept. The meat may be consumed fresh or preserved through various traditional methods, and is currently being exported.

 

 

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