Large domesticated bovine species native to the Indian subcontinent, widely used in agriculture and dairy production across tropical and subtropical regions.
Image Gallery
ADSENSE SLOT
Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Wetlands, riverine grasslands, and agricultural landscapes in South and Southeast Asia, with introduced populations in South America, Europe, and Australia
Ecological Role
Critical in sustainable agricultural systems, providing draft power, milk, meat, and supporting local economies in developing regions
Morphology
SKIN COATThick, dark gray to black skin, sparse hair coverage, minimal sweat glands
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular limbs adapted for walking in wet terrain, cloven hooves with broad base for stability
HEAD SENSORYLarge curved horns, broad forehead, wide nostrils, robust skull structure with powerful jaw muscles
BODY STRUCTURELarge, robust mammalian body with massive build, typically weighing 700-1200 kg, shoulder height 1.5-1.9 m
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Basile Morin
