A lot of Holsteins are quite tall, averaging around 6 feet at the shoulder, and despite their bony looks, are heavy as well--around 1400 to 1600 lbs. They are not only the most popular dairy breed, but also considered the largest in stature.
This depends on the breed, as well as many other factors. Usually anywhere from 7 hands to 19 hands... sometimes even smaller or bigger.
Holsteins are one of the largest dairy breeds: some cows can stand as high as over 6 feet at the shoulder, and most have an average weight of around 1600 lbs.
Holsteins are big cows and they are black and white.
White with big black patches.
The scientific name for a Holstein dairy cow would be Bos primigenius taurus.
The oh-so popular Holstein cow.
The Holstein breed originated from the Netherlands.
Holstein cows are the largest breed of dairy cow they can reach 66 inches tall at the shoulder.
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A mature Holstein cows weighs between 1,000 lbs and 1,500 lbs, this will differ between each cow.
Not usually, no. If it's a small calf, it might, but not a full-grown cow.
A calf a full grown calf is a cow!
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