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DSC05341  Bos primigenius indicus,Zebu Click/tap to enlarge Species intro

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A zebu , sometimes known as humped cattle or Brahman, is a type of domestic cattle originating in South Asia. They are characterised by a fatty hump on their shoulders, drooping ears and a large dewlap. Zebu are well adapted to withstanding high temperatures, and are farmed throughout the tropical countries, both as pure zebu and as hybrids with taurine cattle, the other main type of domestic cattle. They are used as draught oxen, as dairy cattle and as beef cattle, as well as for byproducts such.. more

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
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Uploaded Apr 29, 2014. Captured Aug 13, 2012 13:47.
  • DSC-W130
  • f/2.8
  • 10/16000s
  • ISO160
  • 5.35mm