Delineations of the Ox Tribe: The Natural History of Bulls, Bisons, and Buffaloes. Exhibiting all the Known Species and the More Remarkable Varieties of the Genus Bos.

"Delineations of the Ox Tribe: The Natural History of Bulls, Bisons, and Buffaloes" by George Vasey is a mid-19th-century book that meticulously lists and portrays different kinds of bulls, bisons, and buffaloes. The author uses 72 of his own drawings to highlight the unique features of each animal in the genus Bos. Written for those fascinated by the natural world, the book begins by stating the goal: to provide a complete natural history and clarify the varying traits within this animal group. It points out how little we truly understood about these animals and promotes the use of anatomical studies to improve species classification. The complex digestive systems and rumination processes of these animals are emphasized, setting the stage for a deeper scientific understanding.