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Jersey Cow

A compact dairy breed producing rich, high-butterfat milk relative to its size.

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FactValueSource
OriginIsland of Jersey (Channel Islands)Oklahoma State Universitychecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
PurposeDairy (high butterfat)Oklahoma State Universitychecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
TemperamentAlert and gentleOklahoma State Universitychecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Average Weight350–450 kgNote: Cows.Oklahoma State Universitychecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Milk Production15–25 L/dayNote: ≈5,000–8,000 kg/year; butterfat 4.5–5.5%.Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence

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