#Bovidae

[thegreatprinceoftheforest]

Plains Bison | Gab Marie

[inatungulates]

Red hartebeest Alcelaphus caama

Observed by lemoncul, CC BY-NC

[wind-tied]

SPRING! 🐐🌻🌿

[internetdruid]

The Saiga Antelope (Saiga tatarica) has been changed from critically endangered to near threatened in the IUCN Red List! x.

[uncharismatic-fauna]

Most animals need to have sex to reproduce, but even among sexually active species there are some members who just don't want tk! For example, studies have shown that 2-3% of male domestic sheep show no interest in sex with other females or males, making them completely asexual.

(Image: A domestic sheep (Ovis aries) ram by John Guidi)

[snototter]

A greater kudu bull (Tragelaphus strepsiceros) in Kgalagadi National Park, South Africa

by jaffles

[markhors-menagerie]

Banteng (Bos javanicus)

Also known as tembadau, this species lives in the tropical forests and grasslands of Southeast Asia. The individual shown here is female; males are a much darker brown. Though they are endangered in the wild, they have also been domesticated, and are used for meat across Southeast Asia. The bull featured on Indonesia’s national emblem is actually a banteng!

[mammalianmammals]

Saiga (Saiga tatarica), family Bovidae, found on the steppes of Central Asia

photograph by Mogens Trolle

[dislocated-thumbs]

animalogic part 2: bovid exclusive edition (Because .i like bovids) . artemy is still a bison can you tell i like them guys 🦬

[softpawssharpteeth]

Frolicking calves on their first day out.

[thegreatprinceoftheforest]

Plains Bison | Bryan Maynes

[inatungulates]

Muskox Ovibos moschatus

Observed by lawrencemmartin, CC BY-NC

[wind-tied]

Some bovids of Lishel.

The western savanna is home to Keerso, Vans impala and, Tapper impalas. Keerso are one of the most populous animals in the area, leading to herds being domesticated for meat. Vans impala are seen as blessed animals, and killing them is looked down on.

The mountainous eastern coast is home Guinin, and Tapin. Both have been domesticated, wild populations still exist naturally. Guinin are often used in hauling due to their hefty builds. Tapin are fast, and sure footed. They can jump along tough terrain with ease and are often used for general transport. These species as historically important to the area.

[internetdruid]

oh my god what is the Creature in your pinned post pls I’ve never seen it before what a beautiful beast

My all-time favorite animal!

It's a Takin (Budorcas taxicolor), a large Caprine native to Bhutan, India, China and Tibet.

despite sharing a similar appearance with and being within the subfamily caprinae with the Muskox (Ovibos moschatus), Takins are more closely related to sheep.

There is an interesting myth behind the creation of the Takin (Budorcas Taxicolor) that contributed to its high religious significance and therefore led to its adoption as Bhutan’s national animal.

Legend has it that in the 15th century when Lam Drukpa Kunley also referred to as “The Divine Madman” arrived in Bhutan from Tibet he delivered religious teachings to the people whereupon they requested him to conjure up a miracle. He agreed on the condition that he would be fed lunch – a whole cow and a whole goat.

Doing as he commanded, the people offered him his massive lunch. The Tibetan saint devoured the flesh of both the animals and left out the bones. Then he fixed the head of the goat onto the body of the cow and with a snap of his fingers uttered a mantra. The animal instantly sprung to life and began grazing on the meadows. He then named it the “Dong Gyem Tsey” (Takin).

[uncharismatic-fauna]

Uncharismatic Fact of the Day

Most people don't like to be whistled at on the street, but for male kob antelope it's an essential part of attracting a mate! Males in their prime gather at a designated breeding ground, called a lek, and whistle to gather the attention of nearby females, who then chose a partner based on his fitness and ability to fight off rivals.

(Image: A male kob (Kobus kob) by Charles Sharp)

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