Here you’ll find 13 farm animals that start with K, organized from “Kabarda horse” to “Kuroiler”. These entries cover common livestock and regional breeds kept for meat, eggs, milk, fiber, or work.

Farm animals that start with K are domesticated species kept on farms for food, labor, fiber, or breeding. One notable example is the Kabarda horse, valued in the Caucasus for riding and endurance.

Below you’ll find the table with Name, Scientific name, Primary use, Typical lifespan, Region / Notes.

Name: The everyday or breed name that helps you quickly identify the animal and match it to local terminology.

Scientific name: The Latin species name that lets you confirm biological identity and compare related breeds worldwide.

Primary use: The main purpose of the animal on farms, so you can decide relevance for meat, milk, eggs, work, or fiber.

Typical lifespan: Average life expectancy under common farm conditions, helping you plan long-term care and breeding cycles.

Region / Notes: Short context about geographic distribution, notable breed traits, or practical considerations you should know.

Farm animals that start with K

NameScientific nameTypical usesTypical lifespan (years)
Kune KuneSus scrofa domesticusmeat, small-scale hobby/companion, rare-breed conservation8–12
Karakul sheepOvis ariespelt (fur), meat, coarse wool, breeding stock8–12
Katahdin sheepOvis ariesmeat, low-maintenance hair sheep, breeding8–12
Kiko goatCapra hircusmeat, breeding, hardy pasture-based production8–12
Khaki CampbellAnas platyrhynchos domesticuseggs, meat6–10
Kerry cattleBos taurusdairy, historically dual-purpose12–20
Kuri cattleBos taurusmilk, draft, cultural uses in Lake Chad region10–15
KangayamBos indicusdraft, bullock work, occasional milk12–18
KuroilerGallus gallus domesticuseggs, meat, backyard/commercial dual-purpose4–6
King pigeonColumba livia domesticameat (squab), exhibition5–8
Kashmiri goatCapra hircusfiber (pashmina), meat, milk10–15
Kabarda horseEquus ferus caballusriding, pack, light draft20–30
Kalahari Red goatCapra hircusmeat, drought-tolerant farming, breeding8–12

Descriptions

Kune Kune
Small, friendly New Zealand domestic pig kept for meat and as a backyard/hobby animal; noted for grazing ability and easy handling.
Karakul sheep
Central Asian fat-tailed sheep valued for distinctive pelts (“Persian lamb”), also kept for meat and hardy breeding stock in arid regions.
Katahdin sheep
American hair-sheep breed developed for meat production and parasite resistance; requires no shearing and suits low-input farms.
Kiko goat
New Zealand meat goat breed known for rapid growth, parasite resistance and suitability for extensive farming.
Khaki Campbell
British duck breed prized for high egg production; lightweight and active, popular with smallholders and commercial egg producers.
Kerry cattle
Ancient Irish dairy breed adapted to small farms and wetter climates; valued historically for milk and hardiness.
Kuri cattle
Distinctive-horned cattle kept around Lake Chad; integrated into local fishing and pastoral systems, valued for milk and draft work.
Kangayam
South Indian draught cattle breed prized for strength and endurance; traditionally used for agricultural work and transport.
Kuroiler
Hybrid dual-purpose chicken developed for rural smallholders, offering improved egg-laying and meat yield in low-input systems.
King pigeon
Heavy domestic pigeon breed reared for squab production and show; common on small farms practicing pigeon meat production.
Kashmiri goat
Mountain goat from Kashmir raised for fine pashmina fiber as well as meat and milk; regionally important for textile production.
Kabarda horse
Hardy mountain horse from the Caucasus used for trekking, pack work and riding; adapted to rough terrain and variable climates.
Kalahari Red goat
South African meat goat breed selected for heat tolerance and good meat quality; suited to arid rangelands.
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