The Shaggy Highland Cattle

Highland cattle wear the longest outer hair of any cattle breed.

Highland cattle originated in the Scottish Highlands and Western Islands.

About 60 percent of Highland cattle wear a reddish brown coat.

Mature bulls can weigh up to 800 kilograms.

A group of Highland cattle is called a fold. Very cozy.

Queen Elizabeth kept Highland cattle at Balmoral Castle since 1954.

Thick shaggy hair insulates Highland cattle instead of subcutaneous fat.

Older cattle dominate younger ones to keep the fold peaceful.

Calves from the top ranking cow get higher social status automatically.

Highland cattle can live up to 20 years.

The meat of Highland cattle tends to be leaner than most beef.