The LaMancha goat was developed in the U.S.A. It has excellent dairy
temperament and is an all-around sturdy animal. Through official testing this breed has
established itself in milk production with high butterfat.
The LaMancha face is straight with the ears being the distinctive breed
characteristic. There are two types of LaMancha ears. In does one type of ear
has no advantage over the other.
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The "gopher ear" is described as follows: an approximate maximum length of
one inch (2.54 cm) but preferably nonexistent and with very little or no
cartilage. The end of the ear must be turned up or down. This is the only type
of ear which will make bucks eligible for registration.
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The "elf ear" is described as follows: an approximate maximum length of
two inches (5.08 cm) is allowed, the end of the ear must be turned up or
turned down and cartilage shaping the small ear is allowed.
Any color or combination of colors is acceptable with no preferences. The
hair is short, fine and glossy.
Reference:
American Dairy Goat Association
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