Table Of Contents
- Description
- Behavior
- Reproduction and Life History
- Morphology
- Trophic Strategy
- Ecology and Distribution
- Distribution
- Habitat
- Associations
- Conservation
- Evolution and Systematics
- Catalogue of Life Synonyms
- Relevance
- Uses
- Biodiversity Heritage Library
- References and More Information
- Literature References
- Specialist Projects
- Common Names
Behavior
Cow herds are structured according to a dominance hierarchy. Each individual must yield to those above it in the hierarchy. Calves adopt their mother's status in the hierarchy. Females are often protective of their young and chase anything that threatens them. Females also share parental care within the group. Dominant males maintain this status until defeated by younger males in challenges. (Hindsaw 1993; Walker et al. 1975) (Hinshaw, 1993; Walker et al., 1975)
Communication and Perception
Cows communicate via chemical signals, touch, visual cues, and sounds. They perceive their environment primarily using the same set of senses.
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