Domestic cow
Bos taurus taurus domestic
Classe
Ordre
Famille
There are hundreds of races of cows in the world. In Canada, 90% of herds are made up of Holsteins, those black-and-white cows often seen grazing in pastures. Holsteins have outstanding milk production.
Reproduction
As of 1 or 2 years, depending on the breed, the cow may mate at any time. Females give birth to one calf, occasionally 2, after a gestation of about 9 months. The calf is weaned at the age of 6 to 8 months.
Alimentation
Herbivore, eats grass on pasture or dry hay in the barn.
Longévité
Up to 24 years.
La petite ferme
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House mouse
Domestic hen
Domestic goose
Domestic sheep
Domestic rabbit
Llama
Domestic pig
Domestic goat
Miniature horse
Domestic duck
Nubian donkey
Alpaca
