Common Cow Breeds
Some of the famous cow breeds in the world are as follows:
Holstein
This breed is black-and-white or red-and-white in colour and is famous for exceptional milk production. Milk is low in butter fat. Most common in North American countries.
Angus
Angus is solid black in colour or occasionally red (Red Angus. It is a highly regarded beef breed known for its meat quality. It is adaptable to various climate.
Jersey
Jersey is light brown with white face. It is highly productive dairy breed, known for its rich milk. Milk is high in butter or fat content, suitable for cheese and butter production. Jersey is distributed globally for dairy farming.
Simmental
Simmental comes in various colours,often red and white or black and white. It is dual purpose breed, famous for both meat and milk production. Found in many countries for both dairy and beef farming.
Scientific Name of Cow
Scientific name of the cow is Bos Taurus. Cows belong to the family Bovidae, which includes other ruminants like sheep, goats, and bison. The scientific name of the cow depends on the genus and species in the classification. There are many breeds of cattle worldwide, each with specific characteristics and uses. Some common breeds include Holstein (dairy), Angus (beef), and Hereford (dual-purpose).
Table of Content
- Scientific Name of Cow
- Scientific Name of Cow in India
- Common Cow Breeds
- Common Cow Breeds in India
- Cow Taxonomy
- Characteristics of Cow
- FAQs on Scientific Name of Cow
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