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Santa Gertrudis
Origin
United States
Type
Beef
Size
Large
Weight
1,200–2,000 lbs
Color
Cherry red
Temperament
Docile
About Santa Gertrudis
Santa Gertrudis was the first beef breed developed in the United States, created on the famous King Ranch in Texas by crossing Brahman and Shorthorn cattle. Recognized as a breed in 1940, their distinctive cherry-red color and Brahman influence give them excellent heat and insect tolerance. Santa Gertrudis combine tropical adaptability with British beef quality, performing well across the southern United States and tropical regions worldwide.
Key Traits
- ✓First US-developed breed
- ✓Cherry red color
- ✓Heat and tick resistant
- ✓Good beef quality
- ✓King Ranch heritage