Breeds
Which of the following breeds is known for excellent milk production?
A. Hereford
B. Holstein
C. Suffolk
D. Angus
Holstein
What is a Market Animal?
A. Livestock bred and raised for food consumption
B. Livestock bred for working animals
C. Livestock bred for breeding Animals
D. Livestock bred for companion purposes
Livestock bred and raised for food consumption
Mature Female Chicken
hen
What is the name of the cattle breed that has a hump and loose dewlap? They are also insect resistant and heat tolerant.
Brahman
What is the word for an animal that is castrasted when older
Stag
breed known for high milk production; dominates the US dairy industry
Holstein
When evaluating livestock, what is a key indicator of muscle development?
A. Coat color
B. Tail length
C. Body conformation
D. Ear shape
C. Body conformation
Mature Female Sheep
Ewe
What is the name of the pig that is white, and is known for their big loped forward ears, as well as their large litters and good mothering ability.
American Landrace
Mature Female Cat
Queen
sheep that is bare and black faced and legs with white wool body; large frame that grows quickly
Suffolk
Which trait is most important when selecting a cow for beef production?
A. Udder
B. Horn length
C. Muscle Mass
D. Wool texture
C. Muscle Mass
Uncastrated Male pig
Boar
What is the name of the most popular domesticated turkey in America that has white plumage?
Broad Breasted White
Immature Castrated Male Chicken
Capon
Medium sized chicken that is white and common in laying operations
White leghorn
True or False : The ideal animal may be different depending environment, resources, and market trends
True
Immature castrated male cattle
Steer
What breed of rabbit has guard hairs the same length as the underfur?
A. Angora
B. Mini-Rex
C. Netherland Dwarf
D. Dutch
Mini-Rex
Uncastrated Male Rabbit
Buck
What is the breed of beef cattle that is large framed, has no set color pattern, and their origin is Switzerland
Hint; They are fast growing animals
Simmental
What is it called when an animal has "too much set" in their hocks?
Sickle-hocked
Immature Female Goat
Doeling
What is the main difference between the Yorkshire and the American Landrace Pig?
Yorkshire - erect ears
American Landrace- floppy ears
Immature Castrated Male sheep
Wether