EL BÚFALO DE AGUA EN LAS AMÉRICAS Comportamiento y productividad

Abstract

"The Water Buffalo in the Americas: Behavior and Productivity" 5th edition published in 2024.The book examines the Bubalus bubalis species, focusing on its adaptation to tropical and subtropical climates in the Americas. It places significant emphasis on ethology (behavior), detailing how stress management and proper handling improve milk and meat yields. It explains unique biological traits, such as the buffalo's skin anatomy and thermoregulation mechanisms, often utilizing modern tools like infrared thermography.The authors advocate for buffalo farming as a sustainable alternative to traditional cattle, highlighting its efficiency in converting low-quality forage into high-quality protein.