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A herd of brown and white cows grazes on grassy plains with rolling hills and scattered trees in the background in the Rio Grande do Sul pampa, southern Brazil.
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A herd of brown and white cows grazes on grassy plains with rolling hills and scattered trees in the background in the Rio Grande do Sul pampa, southern Brazil.
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What is a group of cows called?

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A group of cows is called a herd. This is the standard term used universally in both common speech and scientific contexts to describe a collection of cattle, including cows, bulls, and calves. So in most cases the word cow is used for both female individuals and all domestic bovines.

The use of the term herd is not limited to cows alone but extends to other domesticated animals as well. In the context of cows, however, it is particularly significant because of the social nature of the animals. Being a part of a herd provides a sense of security and social interaction, which is essential for their well-being.

The Editors of Encyclopaedia BritannicaThis article was most recently revised and updated by Tamanna Nangia.