Ankole-Watusi Bull

The Ankole-Watusi bull is a domestic American cattle breed that originated from central Africa. It has exceptionally massive horns, which help them disperse body heat based on their environment. The bulls spot a wide range of colors, but most are usually red with white spots.  In the twentieth century, they were imported to European and American zoos as specimens.

Preservation efforts led to cross-breeding of the species in America and setting up a registry to keep track of their population. As of 2016, there are approximately 1,500 heads of the cattle in existence, with 80% of them residing in the U.S.