The LaMancha is recognized as a separate North American breed developed on the West Coast of the US, but its ancestors are believed to be of Spanish origin. Â Very small ears of two types are their most outstanding characteristic: gopher ears being small and rounded, or elf ears, shorter than two inches. Â The LaMancha is of medium size but is very strong and hardy. Â A mature doe weighs 130 pounds or more; a buck weighs 160 pounds or more. Â This very friendly and calm breed of dairy goat comes in any color or combination of colors.
| DHIR BREED AVERAGES – 2015 LACTATIONS | |||||||
| DOESÂ 275-305Â DAYS in MILK | N= | AVG. AGE at START of LACTATION | MILK lbs | RANGE | B-FAT % / lbs |
PROTEIN % / lbs |
 ECM*lbs |
| LAMANCHA | 274 | 3y6m | 2323 | 830-4310 | 3.7 / 85 | 3.1 /Â 72 | 2379 |