Ankole cattle as a symbol of western Uganda

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With their outrageously long horns and sleek auburn coats, Ankole cattle are a symbol of western Uganda. But they’re now considered an endangered breed, as farmers switch to imports such as Holsteins. And this is a problem because Ankole cattle are equipped to withstand harsh conditions such as high temperatures and droughts — both of which are occurring more often. Anita Elash reports from western Uganda.

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