Canadian cow
Bos taurus taurus domestic
Classe
Ordre
Famille
The Canadian cow is the only North American breed of dairy cow. It was developed in Quebec from cattle originating in Brittany and Normandy. This race is declining, but some breeders are now trying to save its genetic makeup.
Reproduction
Mating begins at 1 or 2 years, depending on animal husbandry. The cow can mate at any moment. Gives birth to one single calf, occasionally 2, following a gestation period of around 9 months. The calf is weaned at 6 to 8 months.
Alimentation
Herbivore, eats pasture grass or dry hay in the stable.
Longévité
Up to 24 years.
Parc des sentiers de la nature
Northern elk
Texas longhorn
Domestic hen
American black bear
Moose
Domestic goose
Snow goose
Grey wolf
Domestic pig
Black-tailed prairie dog
Domestic horse
White-tailed deer
Caribou
Musk ox
Plains bison
Canada goose
