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What is the scientific name for swine?
What animal is referred to by the scientific name Capra hirius?
Which scientific name corresponds to a horse?
Gallus domesticus refers to which animal?
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What is the definition of a heifer?
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An intact male chicken is known as a:
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What is the term for castrated male cattle?
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Define the term 'avian'.
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What is a young female horse called?
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What do we call a sexually mature female sheep?
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What does the term bovine refer to?
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What is a young chicken that has recently hatched called?
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What is the definition of a 'hen'?
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What do you call a young male horse?
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Mutton is the meat from which animal?
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What is a sexually mature male sheep called?
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Study Notes
Scientific Nomenclature for Farm Animals
- Sus scrofa: Scientific term for swine or pigs.
- Capra hirius: Scientific name for domestic goats.
- Equus caballus: Technical classification for horses.
- Gallus domesticus: Refers to domesticated chickens.
- Ovis aries: Scientific designation for sheep.
- Meleagris gallopavo: Scientific classification for turkeys.
- Bos Taurus/Indicus: Refers to both European (Taurus) and Indian (Indicus) cattle.
Young and Mature Animal Terms
- Heifer: A young female cow before her first calf.
- Cock/Rooster: Intact male chicken.
- Steer: Castrated male cattle used for beef production.
- Filly: Young female horse.
- Gilt: Young female pig before her first litter.
- Ewe: Sexually mature female sheep.
- Chick: A recently hatched young chicken.
- Hen: An adult female domestic fowl or turkey.
- Barrow: Castrated male pig before puberty.
General Terms
- Avian: Pertaining to birds, particularly poultry.
- Caprine: Refers to the family group of goats.
- Bovine: Refers to cattle, specifically those in the genus Bos.
- Ovine: General term for sheep.
- Equine: Pertaining to horses.
Specific Female and Male Designations
- Cow: Sexually mature female cattle.
- Mare: Sexually mature female horse.
- Stallion: Intact male horse.
- Doe: Sexually mature female goat.
- Bull: Intact male bovine.
- Tom: Male turkey.
- Boar: Intact male pig.
- Buck: Intact male goat.
Young Animals and Parent Terms
- Calf: Young cattle.
- Kid: A baby goat.
- Foal: Baby horse.
- Lamb: Young sheep.
- Ram: Sexually mature male sheep.
- Sire: Refers to the male parent.
- Dam: Refers to the mother.
Meat Designations
- Capon: Castrated male chicken, often raised for meat.
- Chevon: Meat derived from goats.
- Mutton: Meat from mature domestic sheep.
- Stag: Mature castrated male of sheep, cattle, goats, or swine.
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This quiz covers the zoological classification of common farm animals through flashcards. Each card features the scientific name alongside its common name, providing an engaging way to learn about livestock species. Perfect for students and anyone interested in animal science.
