The Lowland Anoa is classified as on the IUCN Red List and is listed under Appendix I of CITES . Their population is declining due to:
: Both males and females possess short, straight, dagger-like horns with a triangular cross-section . These horns point diagonally backward to avoid entanglement while crashing through dense forest undergrowth.
: Their hide is exceptionally thick and usually brown or black in adults, though juveniles have thick, yellowish-brown woolly hair. Distinctive white markings are always found on the face and legs (specifically white to yellowish-white from knee to hoof on the forelegs). Behavior & Habitat
: As herbivores, they feed on a variety of aquatic plants, ferns, grasses, and fallen fruit. They are even known to drink seawater to supplement their mineral intake in areas lacking salt licks. Lifespan : They can live up to in the wild and over in captivity. Conservation Status
: Unlike most wild cattle, they are usually solitary and very shy.
: Most active during the morning and late afternoon, they spend much of their time wallowing in mud or water to regulate body temperature.
The ( Bubalus depressicornis ) is the world's smallest wild cattle species and is endemic to the island of Sulawesi and Buton in Indonesia. Often referred to as "dwarf buffalo," they are solitary animals known for their secretive nature and preference for undisturbed lowland forests and swamps. Key Physical Features Size : They stand approximately ) tall at the shoulder. Weight : Adults typically weigh less than