Ankole Watusi

At A Glance

Icon Weight Weight: Males: 1200-1600 lbs.; Females: 900-1200 lbs.

Icon Size Size: Males: 5-6.5 ft at shoulder; Females: 5-6.5 ft at shoulder

Icon Lifespan Lifespan: Human Care: 20-25 years; Wild: 20-25 years

Icon Location Location: Eastern Africa

Fun Facts

  • It has the largest horn circumference of cattle species.
  • It is typically red or red with speckles – but it can come in a variety of colors.
  • They have been domesicted for over 5000 years.
  • Known for being a gentle species.

IUCN Status

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Not Evaluated IUCN Red Status: Not Evaluated

Not Evaluated IUCN Green Status: Not Evaluated