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The Vorderwald (, ) is a cattle breed originating from the
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History

The so-called "Wald Cattle" (''Wäldervieh'') were mentioned for the first time in 1544. The Vorderwälder (literally "from the frontwoods") adopted its name when they were distinguished from their somewhat smaller sister breed, the Hinterwälder (literally "from the backwoods"). A herdbook was established in 1896. After 1960, there was some crossbreeding with
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Characteristics

They are reputed to be long-lived with strong legs and feet allowing them to graze on the mountains. The head and legs are generally white and the body has red, brown or even black patches or spots. They have forward curving horns. Cows are typically 135 cm tall at the withers and weigh about 600 kg. Bulls are typically 150 cm tall at the withers and weigh about 1050 kg.


Population

In 2004 there were 4826 females in the herd book with numbers slowly declining.


See also

* Hinterwald (Hinterwälder Rind) *
Black Forest The Black Forest ( ) is a large forested mountain range in the States of Germany, state of Baden-Württemberg in southwest Germany, bounded by the Rhine Valley to the west and south and close to the borders with France and Switzerland. It is th ...
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(Schwarzwälder Kaltblut)


Photo gallery

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References

Black Forest Cattle breeds originating in Germany Animal breeds on the GEH Red List {{cattle-stub