Gaur

Bos gaurus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Mammalia · Artiodactyla · Bovidae

About

The gaur, also known as the Indian bison, is a large bovine native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, and has been listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List since 1986. The global population was estimated at a maximum of 21,000 mature individuals in 2016, with the majority of those existing in India. It is the largest species among the wild cattle and the Bovidae.

Fun Fact

Gaur are the largest wild cattle species, with bulls weighing up to 1,500 kg (3,300 lb), and despite their massive size, they can sprint through dense jungle and leap over fences nearly 2 metres tall.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Tropical and subtropical forests

Diet

Herbivore

Lifespan

20-25 years

Threats

Illegal Logging
Poaching
Wildfire

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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