Beef Cattle Discovery - Breeds - Santa Gertrudis

• Origin - Developed in the U.S. on King Ranch in Kingville, Texas.  Genetics are approximately 5/8 Shorthorn and 3/8 Brahman.
• Color - Deep cherry red to reddish brown.
• Other Descriptors - Moderate frame size, loose skin in dewlap and sheath, horned or polled, and large down-turned ears.
• Important Traits - Heat and tick resistance, calving ease, mothering ability, and milk supply.