Kasaragod Dwarf
Endangered Kerala A2 milk
Kasaragod Dwarf Cow
The forgotten dwarf cattle of north Kerala.
Native tract: Kasaragod, Kannur
Milk per day (peak)
2–3 L
Milk per lactation (~300 days)
300–700 L
Adult weight
90–140 kg
Kasaragod Dwarf is endangered
Every Kasaragod Dwarf cow saved is a meaningful step in protecting this heritage line. Consider adopting one or supporting a verified gaushala in Kerala.
Distinctive features
Coat: Mixed — red, black, fawn, white patches.
- Dwarf breed — similar size to Vechur
- Compact, well-built body
- Short horns
Temperament & utility
- Hardy in humid coastal climate
- Low feed requirement
- Tolerant of tropical diseases
History & lineage
Kasaragod cattle were traditional smallholder cows of north Kerala — overshadowed by Vechur in conservation literature but equally important. Less institutional support; population is declining.
Why Kasaragod Dwarf matters
Kasaragod is one of the lesser-known dwarf breeds — visibility itself helps the conservation case.