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Dairy cows are generally of the species Bos taurusbecause, for one, they share the same ancestor and two, they are very closely related, only separated by their breeding, which distinguishes them as a sort of "subspecies" (which they aren't, since a breed is not a subspecies of a specific species) within the Bos taurus species.
However, not all dairy cows are of the species Bos taurus. There are many other dairy breeds that are of the species Bos indicus, but only of which are found in Africa and Southern Asia.
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What is the genus species of dairy?
The genus and species of dairy cows commonly used for milk production is Bos taurus.
What is the genus and species of beef cattle?
If you are referring to a dairy cow the genus is "Bos" and the species is "B. Taurus". Cows and bulls as seen on farms and ranches are referred to as "cattle".
What is the species of the Guernsey cow?
Bos primigenus taurus
Is a braford bull bos indicus?
Close! Brafords are really a cross between a Bos Taurus(Hereford) and Bos indicus (Brahman). So, scientifically speaking, the species name of a Braford could be either Bos indicus Taurus or Bos Taurus indicus.
What is the scientific name for the holstein cow?
The scientific name for a Holstein dairy cow would be Bos primigenius taurus.
Is a Square Meater cow Bos Taurus?
Yes it is. Square Meaters, a more improved breed from the Murray Grey, are of the Bos primigenius taurus species.
What is the genus and species of angus cattle?
Genus: BosSpecies: Bos taurus
Is a Brown Swiss a bos indicus or bos Taurus?
Bos taurus.
What is the biological name for tropical cattle?
Tropical cattle can be cattle from the species Bos Taurus or Bos indicus. Most cattle that live in tropical areas, however, are of the species Bos indicus.
How many species of cattle are there?
There are two. Bos taurus (european breeds) and Bos indicus (Indian breeds I.E. Brahma).
How many species of british cows?
Only one: Bos primigenius taurus.
Is Holstein cattle a bos Taurus?
Yes, Holsteins are a Bos taurus species. All European-based cattle that do not have the large ears and the prominant shoulder hump are of this species: those animals that do have the large ears and shoulder hump, as well as the very loose skin are Bos indicus cattle.
