Mukota

The Mukota Pig (also Rhode Sisches Local pork or Zimbabwean Local pig called ) is a breed of pigs from Zimbabwe.

History

It is believed that the Mukota were introduced in the 17th century through dealers from Europe and China ( Bonsma and Joubert, 1952). They are named after the region in Mukota Nordostsimbabwe, where they were first described in detail.

Characteristics

  • Color: black
  • Adaptation to the tropical climate
  • Food and water sufficiency (6 liters / week! )
  • Disease resistance
  • Two types: Type 1: Short, thick, short snout similar to the Chinese bacon pig
  • Type 2: long proboscis, " Razorback " back with long bristles, similar to the Windsnyer

Occurrence

Mukota pigs occur mainly in Zimbabwe ( 70,000 animals), but also in Mozambique and Zambia.

Credentials

  • Bonsma, F.N. and D. M. Joubert, Fmg. S. Afr. 27: 167-170. In 1952.
  • Holness, DH, The tropical agriculturalist -. PIGS, CTA / Macmillan, London, 1995, pp. 16-48.
  • Mason, IL, A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties, Fourth Edition. C.A.B International, 1996. 273 pp.
  • Oklahoma State University
  • Pig breed
  • Culture ( Zimbabwe)
  • Economy (Zimbabwe )
  • Culture ( Mozambique)
  • Economy (Mozambique )
  • Culture ( Zambia)
  • Economy (Zambia )
  • Agriculture ( Africa)
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