Las Ramblas, Fighting bull ranch in Elche de la Sierra, Spain.
Las Ramblas is a fighting bull ranch in Elche de la Sierra where cattle are raised on open grasslands. The animals are kept in conditions that allow them to develop naturally, building strength and behavioral traits throughout their growth without intensive human interaction.
The ranch started in 1950 when brothers established it to breed and test cattle for bullfighting purposes. Later breeding decisions brought in new genetic lines that shaped the animals raised there today.
The ranch follows Spanish breeding customs where animals receive a distinctive ear mark as their identifier. Visitors can observe this marking on the cattle roaming across the property.
The property is generally open to visitors who want to see the animals on the pastures. The best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon when the animals are most active and visible.
The breeding line was significantly changed when genetics from another well-known source were introduced. This crossbreeding created a specialized group of animals with distinct characteristics different from their earlier ancestors.
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