The average bull stands about 5 feet at the withers and weighs 2400 pounds.
The average cow stands about 4 1/2 feet and weighs about 1450 pounds.
Some of the South Devon have horns; the horns are medium length and curve upward on cows
and downward on bulls.
The South Devon originate in the southwest of England in the counties of Devon and Cornwall.
It is among one of the larger British breeds.
It's history goes back 400 years, although the exact genetic makeup of the breed is uncertain.
It seems likely that the Devon breed to the north and the Guernsey breed contributed to the South Devon,
but the South Devon is distinct from both now.
The South Devon has comparably rich milk, high in protein and butterfat.
The cows are noted for being docile.
They have a long lifespan and are heat and insect resistant.
