Halari donkey

About Halari donkey:

• It is native to the Halar region of Gujarat especially found in the semi-arid landscape of Jamnagar and Dwarka
• Appearance: It is white in colour, and is larger and more resilient than other donkey breeds.
• They are social animals and form close bonds with people, supporting them for transport needs.
• Uses
  • The Bharwad and Rabari pastoralists are the main communities which use this donkey as a pack animal to carry luggage during migration with small ruminants.
  • The Kumbhar (potter) community also uses this animal for pottery work in Dwarka in the Jamnagar region.
  • Halari donkey milk is known for its sweetness. Milk powder made from it can fetch upwards of ₹7,000 a kg in the international market and is used for cosmetic purposes.
• Conservation status: It is considered endangered; the surviving population of the Halari donkey numbers fewer than 500.