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Belgian Red cattle
| Place of Origin | Flanders in Belgium |
| Origin | During World War I the pastures of West Flanders were turned into battlefields which practically eradicated the cattle population. Two important native types, the Cassel and the Veurne-Ambacht, were among these breeds. After the war the breeders cooperated to form a new breed which was called the West Flemish. It later became known as the Belgian Red. This breed is in danger of extinction. |
| Purpose | It is a dual-purpose breed, producing both meat and milk. |
| Appearance | Belgian Reds are primarily solid red with potentially a few white patches on head, dewlap, underline and legs, and udder or scrotum. They are generally long, large and heavy animals. |
| Cows Average Weight | 700 kg (1500 lbs.) |
| Bulls Average Weight | 1,200 kg (2200 lbs.) |
