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Bovidae

Bovidae is a large family of hoofed mammals that includes animals like cows, sheep, goats, and buffalo. They are characterized by their strong, often curved horns, and are primarily herbivores, feeding on grasses and plants. Bovidae species have complex stomachs that help digest tough plant material efficiently. They play vital roles in ecosystems as grazers and browsers and are important for agriculture, providing meat, milk, and leather. These animals are found worldwide, from forests to grasslands, and vary greatly in size, habitat, and behavior.