Table 1 Goat udder traits definitions
From: A Capra hircus chromosome 19 locus linked to milk production influences mammary conformation
Trait | Description | Scoring system | Desired scores |
|---|---|---|---|
Udder depth | Depth of udder measured relative to the hocks according to age | 1 (deep) - 9 (shallow) | 4,5,6 |
Rear udder attachment | Width at the top of the milk secreting tissue | 1 (narrow) - 9 (wide) | 9 |
Fore udder attachment | Attachment of udder to body wall | 1 (weak) - 9 (strong) | 9 |
Udder furrow | Strength and definition of medial suspensory ligament of udder | 1 (weak) - 9 (strong) | 7,8 |
Teat placement | Location of where teat attaches to udder | 1 (wide) - 9 (close) | 6,7,8 |
Teat angle | Teat angle from side view | 1 (poor) - 9 (good) | 8,9 |