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Lowland Anoa
Bubalus depressicornis
Animal facts
The lowland Anoa is one of the smallest of the wild cattle species. It is dark brown to black, has a thick neck, plump body, short legs and horns that point backwards which help the Anoa to push through the dense forest. The Anoa lives on its own or in pairs, rather than in herds like most cattle.
The main threats to the lowland Anoa are hunting and habitat loss. Anoa are hunted for their meat and skulls and horns for trophies and use in traditional medicine.
Where they live
Sulawesi, in Indonesia
Habitat
Forest
What they eat
Leaves, fruits, ferns, saplings and twigs
IUCN status
Endangered
Conservation work
Bushmeat & Forests conservation