The zebu (/ ˈ z iː b (j) uː, ˈ z eɪ b uː /; Bos indicus [4]), sometimes known in the plural as indicine cattle, Camel cow or humped cattle, is a species or subspecies of domestic cattle originating in South Asia. [5]

The Zebu is one of the smallest breeds of cow in the world. They are usually gray or red in color, have horns, and loose skin. At their largest, Zebu cattle stand up to 3.5 ft. tall at the shoulder, and weigh up to 600 lbs. or more.

Miniature Zebu cattle are the world's smallest breed of miniature cattle and one of the oldest, dating back to 6000 BC. They are native to India, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The name "Zebu" is derived from the Tibetan word "ceba", which means "hump".

The zebu (; Bos indicus or Bos taurus indicus), sometimes known in the plural as indicine cattle or humped cattle, is a species or subspecies of domestic cattle originating in the Indian sub-continent. Zebu are characterised by a fatty hump on their shoulders, a large dewlap, and sometimes drooping ears.

2024年5月27日 · The zebu is a subspecies of the domesticated cattle that also goes by the name of humped or indicine cattle. It features a large hump, drooping ears, a sagging flap of neck skin, and gray or white coloring.

2024年12月30日 · Zebu, scientifically known as Bos taurus indicus, is a type of domestic cattle originating in South Asia. Zebus belong to the Bovidae family and are distinguished from their close relatives, the Bos taurus taurus (European cattle), …

2022年9月29日 · Zebu cattle originated in Southwest Asia and that their descendants were non-humped, they have evolved from three breeds of Indian cattle. The Guzerat, Nelore and the Gir had most influence over Zebu breeding. Zebu cattle are humped and belong to the Bos primigenius species of cattle.

Zebu are a species, or subspecies of domestic cattle native to South Asia. They are sometimes known as the ‘indicine cattle’, ‘camel cow’, or ‘humped cattle’. Zebu are a type of large cow and one of the most ancient domestic cattle breeds we know of.

2022年9月26日 · Believed to be the oldest domesticated cattle in the world, Zebu cattle have an interesting history that dates back thousands of years from Southern Asia.