This study aimed to understand the demographic structure of herds and the real-world performance of Djallonké goats, including body weight and three morphological traits, in western Burkina Faso. The data was collected from December 2023 to September 2024 in Poni province. A total of 1016 Djallonké goats were used in this study, divided into six age classes according to dentition. Data on body weight, withers height, body length, and thoracic circumference were collected. The herd structure was evaluated by calculating the proportions of different age groups. The results showed a decrease in the proportion of males from the class DL1 to the class 3PPI. A total absence (0%) of adult males in the 4PPI class was observed in the study area. The mean live weights were 4.29±1.74, 6.41±1.78, 8.99±2.47, 12.59±3.22, 15.04±4.05 and 15.88±3.72 kg for the DL1, DL2, 1PPI, 2PPI, 3PPI and 4PPI age classes, respectively. The demographic structure of the Djallonké goat population, characterized by high proportions of young males and variability in morphological traits, represents an asset for the improvement of community livestock.
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