Highland cattle facts for kids
The Highland cattle (Scottish Gaelic: Bò Ghàidhealach; Scots: Heilan coo) is a Scottish cattle breed. They have long horns and long, wavy, woolly coats. The long oily outer hair covers a downy undercoat. This makes them well suited to conditions in the Highlands, which have a high annual rainfall and sometimes very strong winds.
Highlands are raised primarily for their meat. They originated in the Scottish Highlands and the Outer Hebrides. They were first mentioned in the 6th century AD. They have since been exported worldwide.
They are a hardy breed. Their long hair gives them the ability to overwinter in the valleys. Bulls can weigh up to 800 kilograms (1,800 pounds) and cows can up to 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds). Their milk generally has a high butterfat content. Their meat, which is of the highest quality, is lower in cholesterol than other varieties of beef.
Images for kids
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Two-month-old heifer calf
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The hair gives protection during the cold winter
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Cow and calf in south-eastern Saskatchewan
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Calves at pasture
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Bull and bull calf, illustration from 1890–1900
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Above Širvintos, in Lithuania
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Bull, cow and calf on Seceda in the Val Gardena, in northern Italy
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See also
In Spanish: Vaca de las tierras altas para niños
