{"id":57296,"date":"2022-04-16T10:50:19","date_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:50:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/"},"modified":"2022-04-16T10:50:19","modified_gmt":"2022-04-16T10:50:19","slug":"what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Brahma bull Good For?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_is_a_Brahma_bull_Good_For\" title=\"What is a Brahma bull Good For?\">What is a Brahma bull Good For?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_is_the_price_of_a_Brahman_bull\" title=\"What is the price of a Brahman bull?\">What is the price of a Brahman bull?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_two_breeds_make_a_Brahman\" title=\"What two breeds make a Brahman?\">What two breeds make a Brahman?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#How_big_does_a_Brahman_bull_get\" title=\"How big does a Brahman bull get?\">How big does a Brahman bull get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_advantages_of_Brahman_cattle\" title=\"What are the advantages of Brahman cattle?\">What are the advantages of Brahman cattle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#Are_Brahma_bulls_strong\" title=\"Are Brahma bulls strong?\">Are Brahma bulls strong?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#Are_Brahma_bulls_aggressive\" title=\"Are Brahma bulls aggressive?\">Are Brahma bulls aggressive?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_Brahman_cattle\" title=\"What are the pros and cons of Brahman cattle?\">What are the pros and cons of Brahman cattle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#How_much_is_a_Brahman_cow_in_Texas\" title=\"How much is a Brahman cow in Texas?\">How much is a Brahman cow in Texas?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Brahman_cow\" title=\"What is the lifespan of a Brahman cow?\">What is the lifespan of a Brahman cow?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_breeds_make_up_a_Brahman\" title=\"What breeds make up a Brahman?\">What breeds make up a Brahman?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_two_2_main_features_of_a_Brahman_animal\" title=\"What are the two 2 main features of a Brahman animal?\">What are the two 2 main features of a Brahman animal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_three_breeds_that_are_crossbred_using_the_Brahman_breed\" title=\"What are three breeds that are crossbred using the Brahman breed?\">What are three breeds that are crossbred using the Brahman breed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_3_characteristics_of_Brahman\" title=\"What are the 3 characteristics of Brahman?\">What are the 3 characteristics of Brahman?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_two_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\" title=\"What are two disadvantages of Brahman cattle?\">What are two disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#How_tall_is_a_Brahman\" title=\"How tall is a Brahman?\">How tall is a Brahman?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\" title=\"What are the disadvantages of Brahman cattle?\">What are the disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_Brahman_good_for\" title=\"What are Brahman good for?\">What are Brahman good for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_2_main_features_of_a_Brahman_animal\" title=\"What are the 2 main features of a Brahman animal?\">What are the 2 main features of a Brahman animal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_the_characteristics_of_Brahman\" title=\"What are the characteristics of Brahman?\">What are the characteristics of Brahman?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_is_the_strongest_bull_breed\" title=\"What is the strongest bull breed?\">What is the strongest bull breed?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#How_big_do_Brahma_bulls_get\" title=\"How big do Brahma bulls get?\">How big do Brahma bulls get?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_Brahma_bulls_good_for\" title=\"What are Brahma bulls good for?\">What are Brahma bulls good for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_is_the_temperament_of_a_Brahma_bull\" title=\"What is the temperament of a Brahma bull?\">What is the temperament of a Brahma bull?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/what-is-a-brahma-bull-good-for\/#What_are_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\" title=\"What are disadvantages of Brahman cattle?\">What are disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Brahma_bull_Good_For\"><\/span>What is a Brahma bull Good For?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman is mainly used for <b>breeding and the meat industry. It has been crossbred extensively with Bos taurus (European) beef breeds of cattle. It has been used to develop numerous other U.S. beef breeds including Brangus, Beefmaster, Simbrah and Santa Gertrudis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_price_of_a_Brahman_bull\"><\/span>What is the price of a Brahman bull?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>$4,500 to $15,000<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_two_breeds_make_a_Brahman\"><\/span>What two breeds make a Brahman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahman cattle were introduced to Texas in the mid-1800s and have since been bred with <b>Hereford and shorthorn cows to produce animals more resistant to disease and insects.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_does_a_Brahman_bull_get\"><\/span>How big does a Brahman bull get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>1600 to 2200 pounds<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_advantages_of_Brahman_cattle\"><\/span>What are the advantages of Brahman cattle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Amazingly, <b>they are able to travel longer distances for water and feed, resist insects and external parasites and can reproduce regularly, even in a stressful setting. One of the best factors is that Brahman are not affected by extremely high temperatures, making them a great choice for hot summers on Texas ranches.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Brahma_bulls_strong\"><\/span>Are Brahma bulls strong?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman cattle are <b>extremely strong and hardy animals. They are well adapted to a variety of agro-climatic conditions. They are known for their extreme tolerance to heat and are widespread in tropical regions.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Brahma_bulls_aggressive\"><\/span>Are Brahma bulls aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahman cattle do well in hot, humid climates, but <b>they are often criticized for their negative and aggressive reactions to humans.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_pros_and_cons_of_Brahman_cattle\"><\/span>What are the pros and cons of Brahman cattle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahman Cattle Pros and Cons <b>Longevity  A Brahman cow is proven to have greater years in production, meaning more possible calves in a lifetime and more money for the rancher. Insect resistant  Able to repel insects like ticks, mosquitos and flies. Most are naturally horned but a growing number are polled.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_is_a_Brahman_cow_in_Texas\"><\/span>How much is a Brahman cow in Texas?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman is mainly used for <b>breeding and the meat industry. It has been crossbred extensively with Bos taurus (European) beef breeds of cattle. It has been used to develop numerous other U.S. beef breeds including Brangus, Beefmaster, Simbrah and Santa Gertrudis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_lifespan_of_a_Brahman_cow\"><\/span>What is the lifespan of a Brahman cow?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>These bulls are priced from <b>$4,500 to $15,000 and are Sired by Noble, 380, Yeti, 191, and 968. Volume discounts are available with the purchase of 3+ BRC Brahman bulls.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_breeds_make_up_a_Brahman\"><\/span>What breeds make up a Brahman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman or Brahma is a breed of <b>Zebu cattle (Bos primigenius indicus) that was first bred in America from cattle breeds imported from India. Brahma cattle were produced by cross-breeding Kankrej, Gujarat, Nelore (or Ongole), and the Gir (or Gyr) strains.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_two_2_main_features_of_a_Brahman_animal\"><\/span>What are the two 2 main features of a Brahman animal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breed characteristics Brahmans are characterised by <b>a hump above the shoulders and a pronounced dewlap. The coat is short and can be light to dark grey, various shades of red, or black. They show typical Bos indicus characteristics of shielded eyes, loose folds of skin on the dewlap and prepuce, and droopy ears.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_three_breeds_that_are_crossbred_using_the_Brahman_breed\"><\/span>What are three breeds that are crossbred using the Brahman breed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Other Brahman crossbreeds are the beefmaster, a mix of 50 percent Brahman and roughly equal percentages of shorthorn and Hereford; the Braford, which is three-eighths Brahman and five-eighths Hereford; the Charbray, which is three-eighths Brahman and five-eighths Charolais; and the Simbrah, which consists of three-<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_3_characteristics_of_Brahman\"><\/span>What are the 3 characteristics of Brahman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahmans are <b>intelligent, inquisitive and shy. They are unusually thrifty, hardy and adaptable to a wide range of feed and climate. However, these characteristics also suggest careful, kind handling methods. Brahmans like affection and can become very docile.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_two_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\"><\/span>What are two disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahmans are extremely adaptive. While many describe these cattle as more intuitive and sensitive than other breeds, <b>they do have a protective, aggressive side<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_tall_is_a_Brahman\"><\/span>How tall is a Brahman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This breed is not free from certain cons. They have their share of disadvantages, ranging from <b>temperament and quality to reproduction. Understanding these disadvantages can help cow producers to handle them in the best possible way. Also, such information can assist one in deciding if they want Brahman in their pen.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\"><\/span>What are the disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CONS: <b>Brahman not necessarily built for cold climates, however when crossed with a Bos taurus breed the resulting offspring is much more cold adaptable. Will cause an increase in birthweight if using Brahman bulls on Hereford cows, so select bulls with care on birth weights.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Brahman_good_for\"><\/span>What are Brahman good for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman is mainly used for <b>breeding and the meat industry. It has been crossbred extensively with Bos taurus (European) beef breeds of cattle. It has been used to develop numerous other U.S. beef breeds including Brangus, Beefmaster, Simbrah and Santa Gertrudis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_2_main_features_of_a_Brahman_animal\"><\/span>What are the 2 main features of a Brahman animal?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Breed characteristics Brahmans are characterised by <b>a hump above the shoulders and a pronounced dewlap. The coat is short and can be light to dark grey, various shades of red, or black. They show typical Bos indicus characteristics of shielded eyes, loose folds of skin on the dewlap and prepuce, and droopy ears.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_characteristics_of_Brahman\"><\/span>What are the characteristics of Brahman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahmans are <b>intelligent, inquisitive and shy. They are unusually thrifty, hardy and adaptable to a wide range of feed and climate. However, these characteristics also suggest careful, kind handling methods. Brahmans like affection and can become very docile.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_strongest_bull_breed\"><\/span>What is the strongest bull breed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahmans are extremely adaptive. While many describe these cattle as more intuitive and sensitive than other breeds, <b>they do have a protective, aggressive side<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_big_do_Brahma_bulls_get\"><\/span>How big do Brahma bulls get?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman is mainly used for <b>breeding and the meat industry. It has been crossbred extensively with Bos taurus (European) beef breeds of cattle. It has been used to develop numerous other U.S. beef breeds including Brangus, Beefmaster, Simbrah and Santa Gertrudis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_Brahma_bulls_good_for\"><\/span>What are Brahma bulls good for?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Brahman is mainly used for <b>breeding and the meat industry. It has been crossbred extensively with Bos taurus (European) beef breeds of cattle. It has been used to develop numerous other U.S. beef breeds including Brangus, Beefmaster, Simbrah and Santa Gertrudis.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_temperament_of_a_Brahma_bull\"><\/span>What is the temperament of a Brahma bull?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Brahmans are <b>intelligent, inquisitive and shy. They are unusually thrifty, hardy and adaptable to a wide range of feed and climate. However, these characteristics also suggest careful, kind handling methods. Brahmans like affection and can become very docile.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_disadvantages_of_Brahman_cattle\"><\/span>What are disadvantages of Brahman cattle?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>CONS: <b>Brahman not necessarily built for cold climates, however when crossed with a Bos taurus breed the resulting offspring is much more cold adaptable. Will cause an increase in birthweight if using Brahman bulls on Hereford cows, so select bulls with care on birth weights.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents What is a Brahma bull Good For?What is the price of a Brahman bull?What two breeds make a Brahman?How big does a Brahman bull get?What are the advantages of Brahman cattle?Are Brahma bulls strong?Are Brahma bulls aggressive?What are the pros and cons of Brahman cattle?How much is a Brahman cow in Texas?What&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-57296","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/57296"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=57296"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/57296\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=57296"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=57296"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=57296"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}