anoa depressicornis
noun
Meaning
A species of dwarf buffalo native to the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia, characterized by its small stature and straight, backward-pointing horns.
Examples
- The anoa depressicornis is often referred to as the lowland anoa due to its preference for coastal and forest habitats.
- Conservationists are working to protect the remaining populations of the anoa depressicornis from habitat loss.
Synonyms: lowland anoa, dwarf buffalo, Sulawesi buffalo, bovid