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Ayrshire Cow
Ayrshire Cow range

Feature Creature

Ayrshire Cow

(Bos taurus taurus Ayrshire)

Native to: Ayrshire, Scotland
Primary Diet: Grass
Adult Weight: Bull – 1,400 to 2,000 pounds
Cow – 1,000 to 1,300 pounds
Status: Stable

The Ayrshire cow breed originated in Scotland prior to 1800. Its milk has moderate butterfat and relatively high protein, making it ideal for the production of butter and cheese.