Cattle - Wikipedia Cattle (Bos taurus) are large, domesticated, bovid ungulates widely kept as livestock They are prominent modern members of the subfamily Bovinae and the most widespread species of the genus Bos Mature female cattle are called cows and mature male cattle are bulls
Cow | Description, Heifer, Facts | Britannica Cow, in common parlance, a domestic bovine, regardless of sex and age, usually of the species Bos taurus Domestic cows are one of the most common farm animals around the world The most specialized adaptation that cows (and other ruminants) have is their massive four-chambered stomach
Cows - Information Facts on Cows,Bulls Calves - Animal Corner Today, cows are domesticated ungulates (hoofed animals with two toes on each hoof) that we see very often chewing the grass in farmers fields as we walk or drive through the countryside There is an estimated 1 3 billion head of cattle and 920 breeds of cow in the world today
100 Fascinating Facts About Cows - Cattle Daily To discover something new about these taken-for-granted bovines, here are 100 fascinating facts about cows! Learn about everything from cow communication, to cattle housing design, to global milk production and fun cow trivia Cows are amazing animals that play an important role in human society
Cows | Animal Kingdom Cows encompass both domesticated and wild species, each with distinct characteristics and adaptations The domestic cow, scientifically known as Bos taurus, is one of the most important and widely distributed livestock animals
Cattle facts | Mammals | BBC Earth Cows are gentle beasts that have co-existed with humans for centuries 1 Since their domestication, cows have played an invaluable role in aiding ancient humankind’s transition from hunting gatherers to a more agricultural society 2
Cow Animal Facts - Bos Taurus - A-Z Animals Cows are animals that are found all over the world They were domesticated by humans over 10,000 years ago for work, dairy, meat, and more However, scientists are still learning much about their complex brains and emotions