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Banteng

Banteng
Photo: Buyung Sukananda · CC BY-SA 4.0 (via Wikimedia Commons)

The Banteng (Bos javanicus) is a herbivorous mammal native to Asia and Oceania.

The banteng, also known as the tembadau, is a species of wild bovine found in Southeast Asia, with domestic-wild hybrids present in parts of Northern Australia. — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Bos javanicus
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Bovidae
Diet
Herbivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
Asia, Oceania
Weight
636 kg
Length
2.1 m
Lifespan
27.1 years
Activity
Diurnality
Conservation status
Critically Endangered

What does a Banteng eat?

The banteng is a herbivore, feeding on plants.

How big is a Banteng?

The banteng weighs around 636 kg and measures about 2.1 m.

How long do Bantengs live?

In the wild, the banteng can live up to about 27.1 years.

Where do Bantengs live?

Bantengs are found in Asia and Oceania, in terrestrial habitats.

Is the banteng endangered?

The banteng is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” on the IUCN Red List.

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