The Process:
1. Mating: Male carabaos (bulls) compete for the attention of female carabaos (cows). The dominant bull will mate with the female.
2. Fertilization: During mating, the bull's sperm fertilizes the cow's egg in her reproductive tract.
3. Gestation: The fertilized egg develops into a fetus, and the cow becomes pregnant. The gestation period for carabaos is approximately 310 days.
4. Birth: The cow gives birth to one or, occasionally, two calves.
5. Lactation: The mother cow provides milk to the calf, nourishing it and providing it with immunity.
6. Maturity: Calves reach sexual maturity at around 18 months of age.
Key Points:
* Carabaos have a estrous cycle (similar to a menstrual cycle in humans), where females are fertile for a short period each month.
* Artificial insemination is also used in some regions to improve breeding and genetic diversity.
Interesting Facts:
* Carabaos are known for their strong maternal instincts. Mothers are very protective of their young.
* Carabaos are social animals and live in herds led by a dominant bull.
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