What role does the cow play in the ecosystem?

Answer 1

Cows are grazers, they eat grass and fertilize the grass with their waste. Grass grows from the cow's waste and the cycle starts over again. In turn, cows produce milk to feed their calves or to feed humans and are slaughtered by humans to provide meat.

Answer 2

Cows play a significant role in the ecosystem as herbivores that help maintain plant populations by grazing and preventing overgrowth. They also contribute to nutrient cycling by depositing manure that enriches the soil, supporting the growth of plants. Additionally, cows serve as a food source for predators and scavengers, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the ecosystem.

Answer 3

The cows themselves, as well as the grass they eat.

Answer 4

Grassland, most commonly. These grasslands may be native or tame found as "range" or "pasture" on a ranch or farm.