🔍 Domestic Cattle | Bos taurus 🐄
📍 San Carlos, Alajuela, Costa Rica 🇨🇷
💬 Cattle were first domesticated from wild aurochs over 10,000 years ago — and today, with over 1 billion individuals worldwide, they remain one of the most influential animals in human history.
Fauna
Domestic Cattle | Bos taurus
Basic ID
Conservation Status
Domesticated — Not Evaluated (IUCN)
Coloration
Ranges from solid black, brown, tan, and white to multicolored patterns depending on breed
Lifespan
15–20 years
Size
Length
2.0–3.0 m
Weight
400–900 kg
Wingspan
Habitat & Behavior
Native Range
Originated in the Near East; now distributed worldwide
Habitat Type
Pastures, grasslands, farmland, and highland grazing areas
Diet
Herbivore — grasses, hay, silage, and supplemental feed
Activity Pattern
Diurnal; grazes during daylight hours and rests at night
Sources: IUCN Red List · Encyclopedia of Life · GBIF · Catalogue of Life