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Characteristics Adaptability Calm but alert ( Good temperament) Small cattle Good resistance to ticks Thick skins The tail is thin and flexible Can handle extreme weather Adapt well to different climates Survive on low nutrition The legs and hoofs should be strong to walk and climb easily. The Nguni cattle are indigenous to South Africa. The Nguni name was given by the black tribe in South Africa, known as the Nguni People. It is famous for their fertility and resistance to diseases. Nguni Cattle can survive very well on very little food. Bulls will generally weigh from 500 to 700kg and cows from 300 to 400kg in average condition. The calves are small at birth, weighing 22 to 25kg, but grow very rapidly and wean at weights comparable to other breeds.