What are the breeds of water buffalo?

There are two main species of water buffalo, each with multiple breeds:

1. Asian Water Buffalo (Bubalus bubalis):

* River Type:

* Murrah: Native to India, known for high milk production.

* Nili-Ravi: Found in Pakistan, another high milk producer.

* Jaffrabadi: From India, known for its large size and milk production.

* Surti: Originating in India, good for milk and meat.

* Bhadawari: Found in India, known for its milk and meat.

* Mehsana: Native to India, known for its milk and draught power.

* Kundi: Originating in Pakistan, known for its milk and meat.

* Thai: Native to Thailand, known for its milk and draught power.

* Swamp Type:

* Anoa (Dwarf Buffalo): Found in Indonesia, the smallest buffalo breed.

* Tamaraw: Found in the Philippines, another dwarf buffalo breed.

* Bubalus depressicornis (Lowland Anoa): Endangered and found in Indonesia.

* Bubalus quarlesi (Mountain Anoa): Endangered and found in Indonesia.

2. African Water Buffalo (Syncerus caffer):

* Cape Buffalo: Found in southern and eastern Africa, known for its large size and aggressive nature.

* Forest Buffalo: Found in central and western Africa, smaller than the Cape buffalo.

* Dwarf Buffalo: Found in central and western Africa, even smaller than the Forest Buffalo.

It's important to note that some breeds within these species may be further divided into sub-breeds or variations.