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Water buffalo

water buffalo
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The water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) is a herbivorous mammal native to Oceania, Asia and South America.

The water buffalo, also called domestic water buffalo, Asian water buffalo, and Asiatic water buffalo, is a large domesticated bovine originating in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia descended from the wild water buffalo. Today, it is also kept in regions including Italy, the Balkans, Austr — Wikipedia

Scientific name
Bubalus bubalis
Class
Mammal
Family / order
Bovidae
Diet
Herbivore
Habitat
Terrestrial
Found in
Oceania, Asia, South America
Weight
930 kg
Length
2.6 m
Lifespan
34.9 years

What does a water buffalo eat?

The water buffalo is a herbivore, feeding on plants.

How big is a water buffalo?

The water buffalo weighs around 930 kg and measures about 2.6 m.

How long do water buffalos live?

In the wild, the water buffalo can live up to about 34.9 years.

Where do water buffalos live?

Water buffalos are found in Oceania, Asia and South America, in terrestrial habitats.

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