What is roan cattle?

Roan cattle are a breed of cattle that have a distinctive coat color pattern characterized by a mixture of white and colored hairs that are evenly intermingled. This creates a speckled or mottled appearance on their bodies. Roan cattle can come in various colors, with dominant colors being red roan, blue roan, and red and white roan.

These cattle are known for their hardiness and adaptability to various environments. They are often raised for meat production and are prized for their lean meat and good muscle development. Roan cattle are also valued for their docile temperament, making them easy to handle and manage.

While roan cattle are not a specific breed on their own, the roan coat color pattern can be found in various cattle breeds, such as Hereford, Shorthorn, and Brahman. Crossbreeding roan cattle with other breeds is also common to produce desirable traits in offspring.