Halari Donkey:
The endangered Halari donkeys, native to the Halar region of Gujarat, are considered to be intelligent animals which work closely with human beings.
- Halari donkey is native to the Halar region of Gujarat especially found in the semi-arid landscape of Jamnagar and Dwarka
- It is white in colour, and is larger and more resilient than other donkey breeds.
- They are social animals and form close bonds with people, supporting them for transport needs.
- The Bharwad and Rabari pastoralists are the main communities which use this donkey as a pack animal to carry luggage during migration with small ruminants.
- The Kumbhar (potter) community also uses this animal for pottery work in Dwarka in the Jamnagar region.
- Halari donkey milk is known for its sweetness. Milk powder made from it can fetch upwards of ₹7,000 a kg in the international market and is used for cosmetic purposes.
- Conservation status: It is considered endangered; the surviving population of the Halari donkey numbers fewer than 500.
