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At Leipzig Zoo: The majestic Watussi cattle in focus!
Find out everything about the fascinating Watussi cattle at Leipzig Zoo, which have impressive horns and their cultural significance.
At Leipzig Zoo: The majestic Watussi cattle in focus!
What’s new from Leipzig Zoo? A variety of around 650 animal species are presented on an impressive 27 hectare site. Among these fascinating inhabitants are the Watussi cattle, which, although often overlooked, possess many remarkable characteristics. These animals originally come from Africa, where they are valued not only as status symbols but also as a means of payment. Their extraordinary horns, which can theoretically reach a span of up to two meters, are a real eye-catcher.
The bulls at Leipzig Zoo in particular already have impressive horns with wingspans of at least two meters. The circumference of these remarkable horn structures can be up to 50 centimeters, with one Watussi bull even being immortalized in the Guinness Book of Records with a horn circumference of 95 centimeters. These unique horns grow throughout their lives and represent a certain challenge for the animals as their weight should not be underestimated.
Colorful hustle and bustle in the African adventure world
If you have the opportunity to visit Leipzig Zoo, you should not miss the Africa experience. Here you will not only encounter the impressive Watussi cattle, but also giraffes, zebras and antelopes. It is an opportunity to be transported into the colorful wildlife of Africa and to admire the impressive animal husbandry. Watussi cattle are particularly highly regarded by the Maasai in East Africa; they are not slaughtered there and have an important cultural role.
Although Watussi cattle are less common in Central Europe, they are found in around 130 zoos, often in natural facilities modeled on African savannahs. Watussi cattle belong to the Bovidae family and are the result of crossing ancient Egyptian longhorn cattle with Asian zebus, which explains their unique appearance. These animals are not only beautiful to look at, but also have historical roots that go back to the rock carvings at Tassili n'Ajjer from the period 6000 to 1500 BC. BC.
Interesting facts about Watussi cattle
- Herkunft: Afrika, als Statussymbol und Zahlungsmittel
- Hörner erreichen bis zu zwei Meter Spannweite
- Wachstum: Hörner wachsen ein Leben lang
- Eindrucksvolle Bullen im Zoo Leipzig mit bis zu 95 cm Umfang
- Hoch angesehen bei den Massai – kein Schlachten
The Watussi cattle are not only fascinating animals, they also contribute to the cultural diversity and traditions in Africa. A visit to Leipzig Zoo offers a unique insight into the life of these impressive cattle and their African homeland. Find out more about their special characteristics and their place in the animal world, as Thüringen24 reports or on Leisure Park World. If you would like to find out more about the Watussi cattle, you can also visit Zootier-Lexikon.