Jerangi

The buffaloes of this breed are small in size and are found in Jerangi hills of Orissa and adjoining northern Vishakhapatanam and West Ganjam of Andhra Pradesh. The buffaloes have short face and small barrel. Skin is thinner and black-coloured. Small conical horns are common. The animal is useful for ploughing water-logged paddy fields, with moderate draught capacity.