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Yaks

Yaks are long-haired bovines found across the Tibetan Plateau, the Himalayan region of south Central Asia, Mongolia and Russia. A member of the genus Bos, a Yak is closely related to cattle. Wild yaks are one of the largest bovids.

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What is the mongolien language for female yak?

The Mongolian word for female yak is "us."

Why do yaks have horns?

Yaks have horns as a means of defense against predators and for competing with other yaks, mainly during mating season. The horns also serve as a tool to help them dig through snow to access food during harsh winter conditions.

Is a yak bigger than a cow?

Yaks are not buffalos, in scientific classification they are classed as mammals and belong to the bovidae family. After that there are sufficient differences to make each animal belong to its own scientific group

Do yak have teat?

Yes. Farmers raising Yaks in Tibet depend upon Yak milk for a portion of their diet.

What are wild yaks enemies?

A yak's predators include wolves, tigers and bears.

Do Yaks live on mountains?

A Himalayan yak lives in Himalayan mountains.

Where can you find yaks in RuneScape?

Yaks are located near the gates of the village on Neitiznot. To get there talk to Maria Gunnars on the northernmost dock in Relleka. You need to have at least gotten to the Neitiznot part of The Fremminik Isles.

What type of wool is obtained from Yak?

Yak wool is cleaned, carded and spun from yak fleece.

Is a yak a hairy ape or an ox like thing?

to use your description, it is an ox like thing. They are related to cattle but may be more closely related to Bison

What are yaks eating habits?

Thery are herbivores eating grasses, herbs and lichens

Why are yak and water buffalo the same?

They are the "same" by the fact that they belong in the same Family being Bovidae. However, more specifically, yaks and water buffalo are not the same, actually. Yak and water buffalo are two distinct species of bovids. One lives in Nepal and Mongolia, the other is found in the south and east regions of Asia, like in Taiwan and India.

What is the mountain range of the wild yak?

The wild yak was once numerous and widespread on the entire Tibetan plateau north of the Himalayas. Currently it is found in remote areas of the Tibetan plateau and adjacent highlands, including Gansu Province, China, with a few having been observed in the Chang Chenmo Valley of Ladakh (eastern Kashmir, India).

What are the differences between yak and water buffalo?

Yaks are very hairy creatures, with very long hair and a large hump over their shoulders. Water buffalo have very short hair, long horns that splay towards their back, and quite a bit larger than a yak. Water buffalo are found in the tropics, whereas yaks are found in the cold mountainous regions of Nepal and Mongolia.

Where can 'yak' be found?

in the Himalayan mountains.

Is the yak in danger of existing?

domestic herds are numerous although wild Yaks are in decline

What is yaks prey?

The Himalayan region of Central Asia, Mongolia and the Tibetan Plateau

What is the name for the offspring of yak and cattle?

A dzo is a male hybrid of a yak and a domesticated cow. A female offspring is known as a dzomo or zhom. In Mongolian it is called hainag. Alternative Tibetan spellings in English include zho and zo.
Calf/calves

Behavioral adaptation example?

Zebras learn to behave in the wilderness without adult supervision.

Are female Yaks endangered?

In general the Yak is in decline and may be considered endangered