The domestic buffalo is also known as the water buffalo or Asian buffalo. It is a large, strong animal commonly used for work, meat, and milk production. In Southeast Asia, it is often referred to as carabao. In the Philippines, it is also known as kalabaw. In India, it is called bhains or bhainsa. In Pakistan, it is referred to as Nili-Ravi or Kundi buffalo. In Nepal, it is known as arna. In Thailand, it is called kwai and in Laos, it is known as xoua. Regardless of its name, the domestic buffalo remains an important animal for many communities around the world.