Cow, Sheep, Goat, or Pig? Trivia Quiz

Answer: Pig

Duroc pigs are an American breed of swine, developed sometime in the early 1800s in and around New England. These pigs are valued for their hardiness, as well as their fairly even temperament. A purebred Duroc is always a shade of red, although even in this there is a wide variety.

They are raised for meat, and are often used as a foundation for crossbreeding. Interestingly, the first pig of any sort to have its genome sequenced was a female Duroc named T.J Tabasco.

Answer: Cow

One look at a Belted Galloway, and you'll know how these cows got their name! Sometimes called the Oreo Cow, these animals usually come in black on both ends, with a wide band - or belt - of white around their midsection; they can come in dun and red too, but the belt is always white. They are a heritage breed of beef cattle, originally from Galloway, Scotland.

Answer: Pig

With its origins in the Mekong Delta of Vietnam, the Ba Xuyen pig has been bred to adapt to the salty/brackish water of its habitat. These animals are a medium-sized specimen and have (roughly) equal spotting or splotching of black and white. Although they may have started their history in Vietnam, the Ba Xuyen is now spread worldwide due to their relative hardiness and adaptability.

Answer: Sheep

Fitting the mental image many people have of a sheep, the Gentile di Puglia has a white face, white wool, and light colored skin. The breed origins can be traced back to King Alfonso V of Aragon, who ruled during the 15th century. The selective breeding would be continued by various Bourbon kings. Perhaps because of its long history, the Gentile di Puglia is also known by several other names, including Merinos d'Italia and Italian merino.

These sheep are raised both for their wool and milk, the latter of which is used in some pecorino cheeses.

Answer: Goat

A native of India, Zalawadi goats are also sometimes known as Tara Bakari goats. They are a relatively large breed with long legs and long, drooping ears. Raised for meat, milk, and hide, it is a versatile breed; both the males and females have erect corkscrew-type horns that are also sometimes used for various purposes.

They are long-haired, and the coat is black, although the ears are sometimes speckled with a lighter color.

Answer: Cow

Chianina cattle are an ancient breed of bovine - records indicate that they have been raised in regions of Italy for over 2000 years! Today's specimens are widely considered to be both the tallest and heaviest of domestic cattle breeds; a bull can reach a height of almost 6 feet (180cm) and routinely reach weights of 3,500 pounds (1,600 kilograms), but thankfully they are also a calm-tempered breed.

These animals are black skinned, with white hair and a black tail switch. They are raised for both draught and meat, but usually can barely produce enough milk for their calf!

Answer: Sheep

North Ronaldsay sheep are a hardy breed native to Scotland; their largest herd is located on North Ronaldsay Island (the most northern of the Orkney Islands), leading to their name. Because of the limited resources available for grazing in the sheep's native territory, they are known to live on very little but seaweed for several months out of the year! These animals are raised for their wool, and have begun to be exported as an exotic breed.

Answer: Pig

Native to Hungary, the Mangalitsa (also spelled Mangalica or Mangalitza) pig was first bred into existence in the early 1800s as a sort of easy-care meat hog. Today, they are still raised for their meat - mostly sausage, but some other products as well.

While all piglets are born striped, like wild pigs, the adults come in three color varieties - blonde, swallow-bellied (a blond belly and feet with black body), and red.

Answer: Goat

Jamnapari goats are native to the Indian subcontinent, but have been exported to Indonesia, where they quickly grew in popularity. These animals come in a wide variety of colors, but typically are white with tan or brown patches on their neck and head; the ears are long and flat.

They also have unusually long legs, and both sexes are horned. Triplets and even quadruplets are not unusual for litters, and the conception rate is high - nearly 90% by some estimates! Jamnapari goats are raised for both their meat and milk.

Answer: Cow

Busha (or Busa) cattle are a small, robust breed native to the Balkan Peninsula. They only reach weights of 300-450 kilograms (661-992 pounds) and heights of 115-120 centimeters (3.77-3.93 feet). Calves are born around the same weight as many pet dogs - about 15 kilograms (33 pounds).

They are found in several countries in the area that was formerly Yugoslavia which now includes, among others, Serbia, Kosovo and Macedonia. Busha cattle are raised for meat, milk, and draft purposes.