A herd of zebu cattle

A herd of zebu cattle
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Luda postcard, 1905-1910

Breton, Madagascan and Indian races of bovine were mainly used to carry cargo or as draft animals to pull vehicles or ploughs. A local breed, the Moka ox, the result of cross-breeding, still exists today, although in fewer numbers.

© Iconothèque historique de l'océan Indien, Département de La Réunion, rights reserved (unknown authors and beneficiaries)

© Iconothèque historique de l'océan Indien, Département de La Réunion, rights reserved (unknown authors and beneficiaries)

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