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Cow

Bos taurus

Cattle are the most common type of large domesticated ungulates. They are a prominent modern member of the subfamily Bovinae, are the most widespread species of the genus Bos, and are most commonly classified collectively as Bos taurus. Cattle are raised as livestock for meat (beef and veal), as dairy animals for milk and other dairy products, and as draft animals (oxen or bullocks)(pulling carts, plows and the like.

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Holy Cow

Some ranchers argue that they can raise organic beef using methods that many experts say are friendlier to the environment -- and healthier for beef eaters.