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"A female calf that is born as a twin with a male and is sterile due to exposure to masculinizing hormones produced by the male." more

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Freemartins are an interesting phenomenon in cattle breeding, often studied by geneticists.
The farmer was disappointed to discover that one of the twin calves born on his farm was a freemartin.
The veterinarian explained the implications of having a freemartin in the herd to the concerned rancher.
The farmer had to adjust his breeding strategy after realizing he had a freemartin among his cattle.

Freemartin

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nounA female calf that is born as a twin with a male and is sterile due to exposure to masculinizing hormones produced by the male.

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Last Updated On: May 9, 2024
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