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Seasonal and phenotypic effects on sperm quality in a taurine breed acclimated to the tropics versus a specialized commercial Zebu breed.
Tropical animal health and production - 17 Apr 2026
Souto Paula Lorena Grangeira, Barbosa Eleonora Araújo, Juliano Raquel Soares, Hatamoto-Zervoudakis Luciana Keiko, McManus Connie, de Alencar Ernandes Rodrigues, Tortorella Rodrigo Dorneles, Ramos Alexandre Floriani
Abstract excerpt
Heat stress is a growing challenge for cattle production in tropical environments, particularly for Bos taurus breeds, which are generally less heat‑tolerant. Several locally adapted breeds have evolved morphological and physiological traits that combine characteristics of both Bos taurus and Bos indicus subspecies. We evaluated seasonal changes in semen quality and their association with environmental conditions...
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