domestic animal, herbivore, producer of milk and meat
AVERAGE AGE
15 - 20 years
WEIGHT
400 – 900 kg
AREAL
worldwide, farms and pastures
FOOD
grass, fodder, plants
Cow
The cow is a domestic mammal raised for milk, meat, and leather for thousands of years. It is a herbivore that feeds on grass and other plants. The cow has a robust body, four strong legs, and a complex stomach with four compartments that helps digest fibrous plants.
It is a social animal living in herds and exhibits calm behavior. Cow's milk is an important source of nutrients for humans, and its meat is consumed in many cultures worldwide.