Semen Characteristics in a Captive Mithun (Bos frontalis)

Nath, Kedar; Deka, Bidyut C.; Borgohain, B. N.; Rajkonwar, C. K.

doi:10.2307/20094743

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“…A previous study [15] reported mean semen volume collected with a transrectal massage in beef bulls was 2-6 ml (1-9 ml). Lesser volume had been reported in Mithun as reported [7] which only 0.75 ml. Colors of the semen samples in this study were not different compared to the previous study in banteng [1,2].…”

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“…Besides, this original protocol needs dummy cow or female to perform. On the other hand, transrectal massage had been used as semen collection in several animals closely related to banteng, which were Mithun and gaur [7,8]. This method is considered to be easier and simpler to perform since it needs no expensive tool like electro ejaculator, dummy cow or female presence and needs a shorter time to train.…”

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The use of transrectal massage combined with artificial vagina as semen collection in javan banteng (Bos javanicus) bull

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Semen collection in wild animals may be challenging for some methods such as electro ejaculator may cause pain and distress to the animals. Transrectal massage has been widely used in domestic and wild animals semen collection. Even though an artificial vagina may provide a condition that mimics the female reproductive tract and known to provide better results in some species, the application may face obstacles in the field. This study was conducted to evaluate the possibility of modified semen collection in banteng bull by combining the transrectal massage method followed by the use of an artificial vagina. The bull was habituated and trained for semen collection in chute under veterinarian supervision in Taman Safari Indonesia, Cisarua, Bogor, West Java. Semen samples from one Javan banteng bull were collected once a week. Banteng bull showed stud and penile protrusion during semen collection. Watery semen with volume ranged from 12 ml were successfully collected, with sperm progressive motility ranged from 25%-40%. Our study also showed sperm abnormalities comprising 18.11% abnormal sperm heads, 28.82% abnormal sperm tails and 0.94% teratoid form. The results demonstrated the possibility of this modified method as an alternative procedure for semen collection in banteng bull which may also be useful for other wild animals in field conditions

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The use of transrectal massage combined with artificial vagina as semen collection in javan banteng (Bos javanicus) bull

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Muscle transcriptome signature and gene regulatory network analysis in two divergent lines of a hilly bovine species Mithun (Bos frontalis)

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Lura system of the Galos: A study of its origin and socio-religious significance

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Lollen²

2019

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Mithun, also popularly known as ‘Cattle of Mountain’ is an important bovine species of north-eastern region of India and also of China, Myanmar, Bhutan and Bangladesh. Mithuns are presently reared under free-range condition in the hill forests. Mithun plays an important role in the socio-economic and cultural life of the Galo people. However, with the dwindling population of Mithun over the years and gradual denudation of free-range area along with the biotic and abiotic stress, there is urgent need of scientific intervention and practicing the aged old traditional method of Mithun management (Lura) for proper management as well as conservation of this beautiful hill animal. This article is an attempt to highlight the significance and various important facets associated with the Lura system of the Galos of Arunachal Pradesh.

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Semen Characteristics in a Captive Mithun (Bos frontalis)

Cited by 3 publications

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The use of transrectal massage combined with artificial vagina as semen collection in javan banteng (Bos javanicus) bull

The use of transrectal massage combined with artificial vagina as semen collection in javan banteng (Bos javanicus) bull

Muscle transcriptome signature and gene regulatory network analysis in two divergent lines of a hilly bovine species Mithun (Bos frontalis)

Lura system of the Galos: A study of its origin and socio-religious significance

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