This list includes 7 Farm animals that start with H, from “Halibut” to “Horse”. These entries cover species commonly kept on farms or in aquaculture, used for meat, milk, eggs, fiber, work and companionship.
Farm animals that start with H are farmed species and breeds whose common names begin with the letter H. Notable examples include the horse, long central to plowing and transport, and farmed halibut in modern aquaculture.
Below you’ll find the table with Name, Scientific name, Typical uses, and Expected lifespan.
Name: Common name used to identify each animal, so you can quickly recognize species and regional varieties.
Scientific name: Latin binomial showing taxonomic identity, useful when you need precise species-level identification.
Typical uses: Common farm roles such as meat, milk, fiber, work or eggs, helping you understand practical value.
Expected lifespan: Typical lifespan ranges under farm conditions, so you can plan management, housing and long-term care.
Farm animals that start with H
| Name | Scientific name | Typical lifespan | Primary use(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horse | Equus ferus caballus | 25–30 years | Draft, riding, work, meat, companionship |
| Hen | Gallus gallus domesticus | 5–8 years (production lifespan 1–2 years) | Eggs, meat |
| Hog | Sus scrofa domesticus | 10–15 years (production lifespan 6 months–3 years) | Meat (pork), lard |
| Heifer | Bos taurus or Bos indicus | Becomes a cow at ~2 years | Future dairy or beef breeding stock |
| Hinny | Equus asinus × Equus caballus | 25–40 years | Draft, riding, pack animal |
| Honeybee | Apis mellifera | Queen: 2–5 years; Worker: 6 weeks–6 months | Honey, beeswax, crop pollination |
| Halibut | Hippoglossus hippoglossus | 5–15 years in aquaculture | Meat (food fish) |