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Gaur

British pronunciation/ɡˈɔː/
American pronunciation/ɡˈɔːɹ/
Gaur
[NOUN]
1

wild ox of mountainous areas of eastern India

synonyms : Bibos gaurus
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gaur definition and meaning

What is a "Gaur"?

A gaur is a large wild ox native to South and Southeast Asia. It is one of the tallest and largest species of wild cattle, standing up to 6 feet tall at the shoulder and weighing up to 2,200 pounds. The gaur has a dark brown or black coat, short, sharp curved horns, and a muscular build. They are herbivorous and live in small herds in grasslands and forests, primarily feeding on leaves, shoots, and grass. Due to habitat loss and hunting, the gaur is considered vulnerable and is protected in many areas.

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1Because of their physical attributes, few creatures will take on an adult gaur.
2Gaurs are actually the largest living bovines, with adult bulls reaching up to 7 feet in height and weighing over 3,000 lb.
3In this case it was a gaur, which is a wild ox on the verge of extinction.
4In this particular case we had a gaur and a cow and they are both in the Bos family.
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