Ayrshire Cow

The Ayrshire cow is another breed of dairy cow which originates from Ayrshire in Scotland.
The average mature Ayrshire cow weighs 1000 - 1300 pounds.
Ayrshire cows have distinct red markings which can be an orange to a dark brown colour, with or without coloured legs.
Ayrshire cows are known for low somatic cell counts, ability to convert grass into milk efficiently and hardiness. The Ayrshire cows' strong points are the now desired traits of easy calving and longevity.
The Ayrshire cows are also known as Dunlop cattle or Cunninghame cattle. Ayrshire cows were exported to all parts of the world and extensive cattle docks used to exist at Cunninghamhead station for loading and export purposes.