Differences Between Bos Taurus and Bos Indicus Cattle

These flashcards cover the key differences between Bos Taurus and Bos Indicus cattle breeds, focusing on aspects such as origin, physical characteristics, adaptability, and carcass quality.

Bos Taurus

A breed of cattle originating from Europe, characterized by no hump and shorter, wider heads.

Bos Indicus

A breed of cattle originating from India, characterized by a hump and longer heads.

Origin of Bos Taurus

Europe.

Origin of Bos Indicus

India (Asian).

Hump in Bos Taurus

Absent.

Hump in Bos Indicus

Present.

Head shape of Bos Taurus

Short and wide.

Head shape of Bos Indicus

Long head.

Hip bone structure of Bos Taurus

Wide and outstanding.

Hip bone structure of Bos Indicus

Narrow and angular.

Legs of Bos Taurus

Short and moving slow.

Legs of Bos Indicus

Longer and faster moving.

Sweat glands in Bos Taurus

Less sweat glands.

Sweat glands in Bos Indicus

Large and more sweat glands.

Adaptability of Bos Taurus

Suitable for temperate climates.

Adaptability of Bos Indicus

Suitable for tropical/sub-tropical or humid climates.

Carcass quality of Bos Taurus

Large amount of subcutaneous fat, positive trait.

Carcass quality of Bos Indicus

Small amount of fat, decrease in carcass quality.

Skin in Bos Taurus

Tightly fitting to the body with dewlap.

Skin in Bos Indicus

Very loose.

Positive carcass trait in Bos Taurus

Presence of a large amount of subcutaneous fat.

Negative carcass trait in Bos Indicus

Presence of small amounts of subcutaneous fat.