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Morphometric analysis of Sardinian breed donkeys

W Pinna¹, G M Vacca, P Lai

¹Institute of Animal Production, University of Sassari.

Bollettino Della Societa Italiana Di Biologia Sperimentale

|May 1, 1994

Summary

Sardinian donkeys are small, mesomorphic animals with minimal sexual dimorphism. Conservation efforts are urgently needed as their population in Sardinia has significantly declined.

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Area of Science:

Animal Science
Zoology
Genetics

Background:

The Sardinian donkey breed is a unique animal genetic resource native to Sardinia.
Understanding the breed's somatometric characteristics is crucial for conservation strategies.
Previous studies on the breed's physical traits are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

To characterize the main somatometric features of adult Sardinian donkeys.
To investigate sexual dimorphism in the breed.
To highlight the urgent need for conservation of this endangered donkey population.

Main Methods:

Studied 15 adult Sardinian donkeys (6 males, 9 females).
Collected and analyzed somatometric measurements and zoometric indexes.
Evaluated constitutional type and sexual dimorphism.

Main Results:

Sardinian donkeys exhibit a small build and a mesomorphic constitutional type.
Sexual dimorphism is minimal, primarily observed in the rump area.
The population of Sardinian donkeys in their native habitat is critically low.

Conclusions:

The Sardinian donkey is characterized by its small size and mesomorphic build.
Urgent conservation measures are required to protect this valuable animal genetic resource.
Preserving the Sardinian donkey is essential for maintaining regional biodiversity.

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