Ankole-Watusi

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Ankole-Watusi – Bos taurus africanus. Also known as the Cattle of Kings, Ankole cattle or Royal Ox. An ancient breed of cow originating from East Africa. Watusi cattle are often considered a separate subspecies from European and Asian breeds. Perhaps more closely related to the original domesticated aurocks.
Ankole cows have the largest horns of any breed of cattle. They are most commonly found in Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Burundi, Lake Victoria and Tanganyika.