Kharai

Country of origin

India

Clinical relevance

Flagged as a breed with clinical relevance.

As harvested

Kharai, India (Dromedary)

Also known as

Dariya Vara UntKharia

Breed information: Kharai Camel is exclusively found in coastal talukas of Kachchh district of Gujarat. Since, this breed adapted to mangrove ecosystem and dry land ecosystem, most of its population is located in Lakhpat, Abdasa, Mundra and Bhacau taluka of the district where mangroves are found significantly. Specific uses: Mainly for milk consumption for household and selling in local market. This camel is also used in draught purpose, transportation, Border Security, Police services, tourism. Adaptability: Adapted to saline water, Excellent Swimming capacity in sea water. Special qualities: Grazing mainly on mangrove and other saline species like Salvadora, Suaeda. Resistance or tolerance: This breed can tolerate water with high TDS. Comments: Khara means Salty, This breed are Grazing on mangroves in costal belt and also Saline sp. of Shrubs.