Southeast Asia’s largest land mammal, the Gaur 🦬 is a wild bovine that roams the forests of Cambodia and Laos. Despite its power, it’s famously shy, rarely seen by humans, and plays a key role in keeping forests alive by shaping vegetation and dispersing seeds. This #WorldBisonDay, we’re celebrating the guardians of the Asian wild: proof that strength doesn’t always roar. Have you ever spotted one in the wild? 👀 #Bison #DiscoverySouthEastAsia #DiscoverChannel #Gaur | Discovery Channel Southeas

Creature of the day: The Gaur 🦬🦬🦬🦬🦬🦬🦬 The gaur, also known as the Indian bison, is the largest wild cattle species, native to South and Southeast Asia. These powerful, herbivorous animals are listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to threats from habitat loss and hunting. Gaurs are characterized by their muscular build, glossy black coat (in males), and a prominent dorsal ridge. They live in herds, primarily in forested areas, and their diet consists of grasses, leaves, and branche