European Water Buffalo
Bubalus murrensis
About the European Water Buffalo
Bubalus murrensis, the European water buffalo, is an extinct Bovine that lived in Europe during the Pleistocene. Its closest living relatives are the Wild Asian water buffalo (Bubalus arnee), the Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis), the Lowland anoa (Bubalus depressicornis), the Mountain anoa (Bubalus quarlesi) and the domestic water bufallo (Bubalus bubalis).
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
- Sadly, this species is now extinct.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the European Water Buffalo?
The scientific name of the European Water Buffalo is Bubalus murrensis.
Is the European Water Buffalo endangered?
The European Water Buffalo is classified as EX on the IUCN Red List.
How many European Water Buffalo sightings have been recorded?
1 observations of the European Water Buffalo have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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