Baladi

Also known by: Arab, Oksh, Akshi, Anatolian, Bedouin, Djebeli, Kleiti

The Baladi are a draft breed found in Israel, Syria, Lebanon and Jordan.  They are similar to the Jaulan but are smaller.  The Baladi range in color from brown to black or pied.  Approximately 30% are polled.

Reference:

Mason, I.L. 1996. A World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types and Varieties. Fourth Edition. C.A.B International. 273 pp.

Photographs:

Meori Rosen Ph.D., Ministry of Agriculture, Extension Service, Dept. of Cattle Husbandry, P. O. Box 28 Beit Dagan, ISRAEL 50250

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Added January 8, 1998, updated February 10, 2003