Aurochs

Extinct since 1627, the towering aurochs once thundered through Europe’s woods, forefather of every dairy cow. Bulls neared 2 m, flaunting crescent horns and a dark coat. Its outline still crowns Moldavian heraldry, a lasting symbol of raw strength and rural heritage.
Technical factsheet
Type:Mammal
Habitat:Forest
Diet:Herbivore
Continents:Europe, Asia, Africa
Size:1.6–1.8 m at the shoulder
Weight:700–1,000 kg
Activity:Diurnal
Social behavior:Herd
Lifespan:Up to 20 years