Asian Water Buffalo
One of the largest bovines in the world, long domesticated across Asia as a working animal for farming and transport. Their wide, curved horns and powerful build make them well suited to both labor and wetland environments.
At A Glance
Weight: Males: Up to 2,650 pounds; Females: Up to 1,500 pounds
Size: Males: 5– 6 ft. At the shoulder; Females: 5-6 ft. At the shoulder
Lifespan: Human Care: 30-40 years; Wild: 25-29 years
Location: The Indian subcontinent, Southeast Asia, and China
Fun Facts
- Can hold their breath for long periods of time and walk along bottoms of rivers
- Asian Water Buffalo have been domesticated for more than 5000 years.
- Nickname of “The Living Tractors of the East.”
IUCN Status
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IUCN Red Status: Least Concern
IUCN Green Status: Not Evaluated
