Question

Distinguish between the following.

Local cow and Jersey cow

Answer 1

Sr. No.	Aspect	Local Cow (e.g., Bos indicus / Indigenous Breeds)	Jersey Cow (e.g., Bos taurus / Exotic Breed)
1.	Origin & Characteristics	Native to tropical regions (such as India); characterised by a prominent hump on the back and loose skin (dewlap).	Originates from the island of Jersey in the UK; lacks a prominent hump and has a more compact, wedge-shaped body.
2.	Milk Production	Generally yields less milk daily.	Renowned for high milk yield with a rich butterfat content.
3.	Disease & Climate Resistance	Highly resilient to tropical heat and humidity, and resistant to many local ticks and parasitic diseases.	More sensitive to extreme heat and high humidity, requiring greater care and climate management.