Minister Christopher Pyne corrected for his cattle breed mistake

But when it comes to telling a Speckle Park and Santa Gertrudis apart, you would think it would be pretty straight forward.

That is unless you are Minister for Defence Industry, Christopher Pyne, who has come under fire on social media for his breed identification mistake.

While visiting the Royal Adelaide Show, Minister Pyne posted a picture on Facebook standing beside a Speckle Park animal only to caption it “hanging out with the Santa Gertrudis”.

Mr Pyne was quickly corrected in the comments by Facebook users who weren’t afraid to add in their own humor to their responses.

Sherilyn Birch said in her comment, “Before I pass judgement on these santas, I would like to acknowledge the idiot presenting himself as a cattlemen in front of Speckle Park cattle. I have place(d) this individual in last place based completely on his poor stature, feminine head, lack of depth and inability to step out properly. He lacks presence and I am doubtful of his reliability in seasons to come. Thank you.”

O'Hara Lowlines said, “Perhaps young Christopher Pyne could recommend a NAPLAN test for politicians. On the other hand, this is a specsavers moment if ever I have seen it.”

It is understood Mr Pyne knew he wasn’t standing in front of Santa Gertrudis cattle but had just finished looking at them before posing for a photo.