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Business > Agribusiness
Scientists confirm 2 domesticated buffalo species
By Conrad M. Cariño
Sep 19, 2024 12:06 am

FILIPINO scientists have confirmed two species of domesticated buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) that have traditionally been classified into two subspecies: swamp buffaloes and riverine buffaloes.

However, the recent study of the scientists provides evidence that these two are not subspecies but are instead distinct from each other.

A riverine buffalo (Bubalus bubalis Linnaeus, 1758). contributed photo

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