There are two main types of water buffalo. One is the river buffalo, and the other is a swamp buffalo. Water buffalo will refer to both collectively in this article. Water buffaloes use water as part of their habitats. The remainder is usually also a wet area. River buffaloes are usually found in deep water, whereas you will see swamp buffalo in muddy holes, covering themselves in mud. They need specific types of water to help them control their body heat. Water buffalo also use water to groom themselves. They rely heavily on the water availability in their area. They eat only plants, such as grass, and some aquatic plants as well. Overall, water buffalo are very similar to humans as far as water usage goes.
How Humans and Water Buffalo Use and Need Water
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