Malnad Gidda or Malenadu Gidda (Kannada:ಮಲೆನಾಡು ಗಿಡ್ಡ) is a dwarf breed of cattle native to the hilly, rainy and densely forested Malenadu region of the Western Ghats in the state of Karnataka in India. It is also known as Uradana (Kannada:ಊರದನ) and Varshagandhi (Kannada:ವರ್ಷಗಂಧಿ).About Malnad Gidda Cattle They are of short stature and known for their adaptability, disease resistance. The milk and urine is of medicinal value.Need for conserving Malnad Gidda dwarf cattle breed - The Hindu The cattle can also be sustained solely on grazing the forests and rural terrains. They are found to be of Black to brown complexions and are very active in temperament and are highly intelligent, also able to jump 5 feet fence.Malnad Gidda gets breed statusMalnad Gidda - Indian Council of Agricultural Research The breed which was once a non descript variety has now been declared officially as a distinct breed by the authorities.
