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aurochs
Bos taurus
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The Aurochs (Bos taurus) is a species in the genus Bos. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Habitat & Distribution
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (4 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (8 countries).
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Argentina
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Australia
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Bahamas
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Bolivia
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Brazil
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Cambodia
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Cameroon
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Chile
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China
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Ecuador
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Egypt
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France
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of aurochs?
The scientific name of aurochs is Bos taurus. It belongs to the genus Bos.
Where does aurochs live?
aurochs is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (10 countries), Europe (4 countries), North America (7 countries), Oceania and the Pacific (7 countries), and South America (8 countries).. Countries include Algeria, Argentina, Australia, Bahamas, Bolivia, Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Chile, China.
What family does aurochs belong to?
aurochs (Bos taurus) belongs to the genus Bos, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.
What kingdom does aurochs belong to?
aurochs (Bos taurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of aurochs?
The closest relatives of aurochs in the genus Bos include Banteng, Kouprey.
Genus Bos — 3 Species
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