Bos Taurus traits describe which of the following?

• A. Includes British and European Breeds, thrives in cool climates, grows thick hair coats, Do not have sweat glands, usually better meat quality and marbling.
• B. Includes Asian breeds, thrives in hot climates, sheds hair, has sweat glands.
• C. Includes American breeds, thrives in desert climates, has no fur.
• D. Includes African breeds, thrives in tropical climates, always produces more milk.

Answer: (A)

Bos taurus refers to the European/british-type cattle adapted to temperate climates. The traits described—originating from British and European breeds, thriving in cool climates, possessing a thick hair coat, and producing meat with good marbling—fit this group well. These cattle are generally less heat-tolerant than Bos indicus (zebu) breeds and are prized for higher intramuscular fat that gives better meat quality. While sweat glands exist in cattle, Bos taurus are not the hot-climate types and are characterized by their cooler-climate adaptation and marbling, which is the hallmark of many temperate-breed cattle.