Long-Hair-Forehead
Long-hair-forehead yak is a descriptive domestic yak type identified by the heavy forelock or curtain of hair over the forehead. The label may be used in herd records or informal listings for animals whose front hair is especially developed, rather than for a widely standardized regional breed. Aside from the head covering, these yaks have the usual Bos grunniens build: a compact body, thick undercoat, long outer hair, a bushy tail, and variable horns and coat colors.
Because the forelock is the feature people notice, practical care should include checking that hair does not hide eye irritation, burrs, lice, or halter rubs. The trait is most useful in cold, exposed settings where long hair sheds wind and snow, but it can add maintenance in mud, brush, or warm climates. Breeders selecting for this look should not let coat length outrank sound legs, fertility, mothering ability, and heat tolerance for the farm where the animal will live.
Colors: Golden, Golden Royal, Golden Trim, Imperial Black, Imperial Trim, Native Black, Native Black Trim, Royal, White
