मृगपक्षी-शास्त्र (हंसदेव - १३वीं शती का अमर भारतीय वन्यजीव, पक्षी एवं प्राणि-विज्ञान)

worship them as they are considered to be very sacred and fit. Their
prime youth begins in their 4th year. They too, have much passion
for cohabitation in winter season. They would easily yeild to bulls for
cohabitation. Generally, after a single intercourse, they become pre-
gnant, drowse, beautiful and walk slowly. Their delivery time is in
their 10th month. They generally give birth to 4 or 5 calves in their
life time. Their varieties are mentioned below:—
[1st variety of COWS]
(GAU)
These varieties of cows have uniform colour of any kind and stout
horns. They are always happy and moderate in size and have beautiful
eyes, fair faces, and long tails. They walk slowly. Their bodies are
beautiful with good shining. Their cries are pleasant and they are fond
of amusements. They take little food. They are very smooth. They
become stout and strong while they are young.
[2nd variety of COWS]
(DHENU)
These cows are of different colours. Invariably they have white
red or black spets on their faces, stomachs or on rear portions of the
body. They are a little taller having long horns and slow paces. Their
cries are loud and amusing. They have long tails and smooth bodies.
They are devoid of diseases. Though they feel wearisome, they are
not irritated by anger. They generally, don't require punishment and
they are always very faithful and grateful to their masters. They
are a little coward, possessing a good memory and smell. These are
said to be the "Goddess of Virtue." They must, carefully be fed.
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