Gallery description : pictures of yaks

Yak (bos grunniens) is a mammal type animal. It inhabits alpine meadows and open hills. The weight of the animal is about 300-1,000kg (661-2,200lbs) and average life span is 15-20 years. Human, bears, wolves are dangerous for yaks. See the table below to learn more information.

Facts about yaks
NameYak
Size2-2.2m (6.5-7.2ft)
HabitatAlpine meadows and open hills
Weight300-1,000kg (661-2,200lbs)
OrderArtiodactyla
Top Speed40km/h (25mph)
LifestyleHerd
ClassMammalia
Main PreyGrass, herbs, mosses
DietHerbivore
PhylumChordata
KingdomAnimalia
Average Litter Size1
PredatorsHuman, bears, wolves
Scientific NameBos grunniens
ColourBrown, black, white
TypeMammal
Life Span15-20 years
GenusBos
Skin TypeHair
FamilyBovidae
Conservation StatusThreatened
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