Beefalo

Beefalo is a managed hybrid cattle breed developed from domestic cattle and American bison, then selected back toward cattle-like fertility and beef production. In breed usage, fullblood Beefalo is commonly defined as about three-eighths bison and five-eighths domestic cattle, while lower-percentage animals may be marketed or recorded differently. Animals vary in color and shape, but many are medium framed, hardy grazers with a dense coat, strong shoulders, and lean meat characteristics influenced by their bison ancestry.

Keeping Beefalo calls for ordinary cattle skills plus respect for the bison side of the pedigree. Good fencing, non-slip working facilities, and calm low-pressure handling are important, especially in less-domesticated lines. They are used by ranchers interested in range efficiency, winter hardiness, and lean beef, but they are not interchangeable with pure bison or conventional beef cattle in every market. Prospective buyers should ask about percentage, fertility history, temperament, and any local rules on hybrids, transport, or meat labeling.

Colors: Belted, Black, Black and White, Blaze Faced, Blue Roan, Brindle, Brockle Faced, Brown, Brown and White, Dun, Gray, Lineback, Mottled, Red, Red and White, Red Roan, Roan, Silver, Solid Black, Solid Red, Speckled, Spotted, White, White Faced, Yellow