What term is used to describe the hybrid offspring resulting from the interaction between domestic yaks and cattle?
Answer
Dzo or dzomo.
As human populations expand and environmental pressures shift, interactions between different bovine species are becoming more frequent, even in sensitive ecological zones. The interbreeding between domestic yaks and domestic cattle results in hybrid offspring that possess characteristics intermediate between the two parents. These hybrids are specifically known in the region as 'dzo' (for male hybrids) or 'dzomo' (for female hybrids). Recognizing and managing these hybrids is important in contemporary conservation efforts aimed at preserving the unique and distinct genetic heritage of the purebred *Bos mutus*.
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