El Torreón, Fighting bull breeding ranch in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Spain.
El Torreón is a fighting bull breeding ranch located near Santa Cruz de la Sierra, in the province of Badajoz, Spain. The bulls are raised on open pastures following the standards set by Spanish bullfighting regulations.
The ranch was founded in 1975, with its first cattle drawn from the Veragua and Flores family bloodlines. Bloodlines from Torrestrella and Jandilla were later introduced to broaden the genetic base of the herd.
This breeding operation supports Spanish bullfighting traditions by raising bulls that meet strict standards for natural behavior and physical qualities. The breeding practices here follow rules passed down through generations.
A visit to the ranch normally requires advance booking and takes place with a guide, as safety rules around fighting bulls are strict. Wearing sturdy outdoor clothing and shoes is recommended for the visit.
The ranch uses yellow and red as its colors, combined with specific ear markings that identify its bulls at bullfighting events. These marks allow the origin of each animal to be traced throughout the event.
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