Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties

Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties , now in its sixth edition, has a long history as a reliable and authoritative source of key livestock breed information. Intended as a list of livestock names and synonyms for breeds, groups, types and varieties worldwide, the dictionary aims to include all names found in the literature, defining each breed or type with a brief indication of identifying characteristics, uses and source of origin. Expanded into a new edition, this established and trusted resource: - Extends coverage to include yak, reindeer and camelids in addition to the existing cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, asses and buffalo - Features well over 10,000 entries and cross-references on breeds, sub-breeds, types, varieties, strains and lines of species - Covers newly created and now-recognized local breeds documented over the last two decades An important updated work, Mason's Dictionary forms a useful reference for livestock breeders and academics interested in breeds, as well as national and international organizations with interests in livestock. "Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties, now in its sixth edition, has a long history as a reliable and authoritative source of key livestock breed information. Intended as a list of livestock names and synonyms for breeds, groups, types and varieties worldwide, the dictionary aims to include all names found in the literature, 'defining' each breed or type with a brief indication of identifying characteristics, uses and source of origin. Expanded into a new edition, this established and trusted resource: Extends coverage to include yak and camelids in addition to the existing cattle, sheep, pigs, goats, horses, asses and water buffalo.Features well over 10,000 entries and cross-references on breeds, sub-breeds, types, varieties, strains and lines of species.Covers newly created and now-recognised local breeds documented over the past two decades. An important updated work, Mason's Dictionary forms a useful reference for livestock breeders and academics interested in breeds, as well as national and international organizations with interests in livestock." --Publisher Cover Mason’s World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties Copyright Contents Acknowledgements Introduction Definition of ‘Breed’ Background Names Spelling Typeface Place of Breeding Uses of Breeds Breed Characters Size Colour Coat Horns Cattle Goats Sheep Tails (sheep) Relationship to Other Breeds Date of origin Origin by cross-breeding Origin by combination Formal Recognition Breed society Breed standards Herdbooks Synonyms Proscribed Names Etymology Lack of Information Abbreviations Pronunciation Equivalents Transliteration of Russian Ass Camelids Cattle Goat Horse Pig Sheep Water Buffalo Yak Glossary Selected Bibliography of Publications on Livestock Breeds Back Cover