Shallow Bodied
"Shallow Bodied" is a term used to describe animals that aren't as deep or soft in their rib design, kind of like a shallow dish compared to a deep bowl.
Such animals typically have more clearance from the base of their rib to the ground, almost like a sports car with a higher ground clearance. However, this isn't necessarily a good thing when it comes to livestock.
Being 'shallow bodied' can pose several problems. First, it affects practicality, productivity, and functionality - a shallow-bodied animal may not be able to consume as much feed, which could make weight gain and flesh development more challenging compared to other livestock. Additionally, it can detract from the overall balance and quality of the animal, just as a shallow dish might not hold as much as a deeper one. So, 'shallow bodied' refers to livestock with less depth in their body, potentially impacting their overall health, productivity, and aesthetic appeal.
Such animals typically have more clearance from the base of their rib to the ground, almost like a sports car with a higher ground clearance. However, this isn't necessarily a good thing when it comes to livestock.
Being 'shallow bodied' can pose several problems. First, it affects practicality, productivity, and functionality - a shallow-bodied animal may not be able to consume as much feed, which could make weight gain and flesh development more challenging compared to other livestock. Additionally, it can detract from the overall balance and quality of the animal, just as a shallow dish might not hold as much as a deeper one. So, 'shallow bodied' refers to livestock with less depth in their body, potentially impacting their overall health, productivity, and aesthetic appeal.
Questions that use this term.
Which steer is the most shallow-bodied?
Which ewe is the most shallow-bodied and narrow-chested?
Between #1 and #3, which is the shallow-bodied steer in the class that is also frailer in its design?
Which heifer is incredibly shallow-bodied?
Between #4 and #5, which female is more shallow-bodied?
Species Distribution of Term
Distribution of the types of classes in our database this term is used in.