Domestic Cow
Bos taurus · Mammal, Vertebrate, Warm-blooded, Domestic
Animal Family
Bovidae, order Artiodactyla, class Mammalia
Animal Category
Livestock/Farm Animal
Breed / Variety
Generic domestic cattle depicted on candle label illustration
Conservation Status
Domesticated species, Least Concern globally, not assessed on IUCN Red List for wild populations.
About This Creature
Large robust livestock animal with prominent horns, large ears, and a broad muzzle, illustrated on a product label.
Physical Characteristics
Quadrupedal mammal with cloven hooves, prominent horns curving upwards, large lateral ears, and a heavy-set body structure.
Behavior & Temperament
Herd animal, docile, social, herbivorous grazing behavior, diurnal activity pattern.
Habitat & Diet
Origin Region
Global distribution due to domestication, originating from the wild aurochs across Eurasia
Habitat
Agricultural, Grassland, Terrestrial
Diet & Nutrition
Herbivore, consuming grass, hay, and grains, requiring ruminant digestion.
Lifespan & Health
Lifespan of 15 to 20 years in domestic care, subject to various livestock diseases and managed health programs.
Special Characteristics
Valued for milk, meat, and leather production, highly significant in agricultural economies worldwide.
Ecological Information
Primary consumer in managed ecosystems, contributes to nutrient cycling and vegetation management through grazing.