What is another word for Genus Bibos?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɛnəs bˈiːbə͡ʊz] (IPA)

Genus Bibos refers to a group of mammals commonly known as the wild water buffalo. This species is known for their large size, with males weighing up to 1,200 kilograms. Despite their name, they are not true buffalo, but rather a type of bovine. As such, there are various synonyms that are used to describe this species. They include Bubalus arnee, which is the scientific name used in some regions of Asia; B. bubalis, which refers specifically to the domesticated water buffalo; and B. mindorensis, which is a sub-species found only in the Philippines. The species is listed as endangered, with only a few thousand remaining in the wild.

Synonyms for Genus bibos:

  • Other relevant words:

    genus Bibos Other relevant words (noun):

What are the hypernyms for Genus bibos?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    Artiodactyla (an order of even-toed ungulates), Bovidae (a family of cloven-hoofed ruminant mammals).

Word of the Day

Monkey Disease
Monkey disease, also known as simian immunodeficiency virus (SIV), is a term used to describe a group of viruses that affect primates, including monkeys and apes. While there are n...