This list includes 12 Farm animals that start with E, from “Eastern oyster” to “Ewe”. These entries cover common livestock, poultry and aquaculture species used for meat, milk, fiber, shells, or draft work.
[Farm animals that start with E] are farm-kept species whose names begin with the letter E. Many have long cultural roles, for example ewes shaped wool economies and oysters supported coastal fisheries.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Scientific name, Primary uses, Typical lifespan, and Notes.
Name: Common and regional names for each animal, helping you recognize entries across different markets and breeds.
Scientific name: The formal Latin name shows species relationships and helps you find veterinary and breed information.
Primary uses: Summarizes the most common on-farm uses so you quickly see whether animals are raised for food, fiber or work.
Typical lifespan: Gives expected life ranges under normal farm conditions, helping plan herd turnover and long-term care.
Notes: Provides region, management tips or breed-specific details that clarify local names and smallholder considerations.
Farm animals that start with E
| Name | Scientific name | Typical uses | Average lifespan (yrs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emu | Dromaius novaehollandiae | meat, leather, eggs | 10–20 yrs |
| Ewe | Ovis aries | meat, wool, milk | 8–12 yrs |
| European rabbit | Oryctolagus cuniculus | meat, fur, pets | 5–8 yrs |
| European eel | Anguilla anguilla | meat | 8–20 yrs |
| European carp | Cyprinus carpio | meat | 10–20 yrs |
| Eastern oyster | Crassostrea virginica | meat | 5–20 yrs |
| European oyster | Ostrea edulis | meat | 10–20 yrs |
| European honey bee | Apis mellifera | honey, pollination, wax | 1–5 yrs |
| Eri silkworm | Samia ricini | fiber (silk) | 0.2 yrs |
| Edible snail | Cornu aspersum | meat | 5–7 yrs |
| European quail | Coturnix coturnix | meat, eggs | 1–3 yrs |
| Egyptian goose | Alopochen aegyptiaca | meat, eggs | 10–20 yrs |