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FAST-GROWING RABBIT BREEDS AND THEIR PRODUCTIVITY
INDICATORS
Sarsenbaev Quwatbay Kamalbaevich
Assistant, Department of Zootechnics, Nukus branch of the Samarkand State
university of veterinary medicine, livestock and biotechnologies
Nietullaev Satulla Hamidulla ulı 2rd-year Student
Berikbaeva Kamshat Qadambay qizi 2rd-year Student
Abdimuratova Avrora Tolebaevna 2rd-year Student
Annotation. This article is about the fast-growing of rabbits and their
productivity. Fast-growing rabbit breeds are typically distinguished by their ability
to reach maturity quickly and reproduce in large numbers. These breeds are
commonly used in agriculture for meat and fur production due to their rapid growth
and high productivity.
Keywords: Rabbit meat, dietetic meat, fat, protein, cholesterol, lean, state
standards, breeds, obesity categories.
In rabbit breeding, a breed is a group of animals that share common ancestry,
have similar productive traits, div structure, physiological characteristics, and
productivity, and can consistently pass these traits from generation to generation. The
breed should consist of an average of around 2,000 breeding females in terms of
offspring.
Purebred animals should be bred in optimal conditions. In newly introduced
environments, the characteristics of the breeds may change due to climatic and socio-
economic factors. However, with proper nutrition and care, purebred animals can
retain their beneficial traits for the farm. Continuous improvement of the breeds is
based on perfect selection and grading, as well as proper use of well-known lines and
families.
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Rabbit breeds are classified according to their productivity traits as follows:
meat breeds, meat-and-skin breeds, and breeds that produce wool. Additionally, there
are breeds classified based on the length of their fur: medium-haired, long-haired, as
well as breeds for wool production and decorative purposes.
The White Giant rabbit breed belongs to the meat-and-skin category. This
breed was developed in the 19th century through continuous breeding efforts in the
regions along the Belgium-Germany border. The primary focus was on selecting and
grading white-colored rabbits from the Flandr breed, emphasizing their meat
production and rapid growth characteristics. Rabbits of this breed have long and
compact bodies, a flat back, a well-filled rump, a wide chest, an average-sized head,
and a strong constitution. Their meat production is average, they mature quickly, and
have dense fur. A female rabbit of this breed can raise an average of 8 kits. At 2
months old, the kits weigh between 1.5-2 kg, and at 4 months old, they reach a live
weight of 2.6 kg. They are recommended for meat production (broiler production).
Adult rabbits typically weigh around 5 kg, although in some farms, their weight can
reach up to 6.4 kg.
White Giant
The California is a meat-type breed of rabbit. It is of medium size, with a white
color, except for dark brown markings that appear on the tips of the ears, sometimes
on the nose, paws, and tail.
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In the USA, it was created by crossbreeding the New Zealand White, Russian
Chinchilla, and large Shinsilla breeds. The crossbred offspring, produced from
breeding these varieties internally, resulted in a breed combining the rapid growth and
meatiness of the New Zealand White, and the dense fur characteristics of the Russian
Chinchilla.
The breed has a strong constitution, though sometimes with delicate bones,
and is meaty and well-filled. It weighs between 4-5 kg. At birth, it weighs an average
of 45g, 2 months old it weighs 1.9-2.3 kg, 4 months old it weighs 2.7-3.4 kg, and at 5
months old, it reaches 4.2 kg. After this age, its growth slows down.
The slaughter yield is 56-60%, with the meat yield from the div being 82-
85%, bones 13-15%, and fat content at 1.8-1.5%. The breed is moderately prolific,
averaging 8 kits per litter. The kits are born fully white, and dark markings appear
later, resembling the Russian Chinchilla breed.
The breed was introduced to the CIS region in 1971 from England and
Hungary. It is widespread in Ukraine and Russia, and is also present in Uzbekistan.
Both meat-type breeds have fur covering between the fingers and paws,
making them well-suited for housing in wire cages.
Colifornian rabbit
Conclusion.
Fast-growing breeds typically reach maturity within 10-12
weeks and have a very high annual reproduction rate. These breeds are efficient for
meat and fur production and are capable of providing high productivity under various
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conditions. Proper care, nutrition, and attention are crucial for ensuring the growth
and reproduction of these breeds.
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