what they are santa gertrudis known for
In 1950 the Santa Gertrudis Breeders International Association was formed at Kingsville, Texas. Santa Gertrudis cattle are known the world over for their ability to adapt to harsh climates. They were exported to Australia c. 1951 and have been subjected to inspection and classification since then.his bull became the foundation sire for the breed. With the birth of Monkey and a decision to line-breed came a very uniform and very hearty breed of beef cattle. These cattle are red in color, display a blend of Bos indicus and Bos taurus attributes and may be polled or horned.
1 Santa Gertrudis is, like the Brahman, made in America, with the breed's foundations started on the King Ranch near Kingville, Texas. 2  Santa Gertrudis may have the temperament of the Brahman, but it is known also that they are as docile as the Shorthorn breed from which 5/8's of the breed is created from.ote the following: 1  Colouration: Many Gerts (a short form of referring to Santa Gertrudis cattle; also referred to as Santa Gerts) range from a deep cherry-red to a more reddish colour. 2  There are very often no white on any cattle of this breed, as the cattle of this breed are solid red.