Unknown Breed

The unknown-breed label for yakalo covers a yak-bison hybrid recorded without reliable information about its parent stock, generation, or breeding program. Since yakalo is already a rare and loosely used term for Bos grunniens × Bison bison animals, this designation usually means the animal's appearance or history suggests hybrid status but the supporting details are incomplete. Coat color alone is not a dependable guide, and individual hybrids may resemble yaks, bison, or something in between.

Practical decisions should start with identification, safety, and legal context. A veterinarian or experienced large-bovid handler can help assess sex, age, horns, health, temperament, and suitability for transport or pasture housing. If the animal is to be bred, source notes and any genetic testing available are worth keeping, because unverified hybrids can create welfare and marketing issues. Many keepers will manage unknown yakalo animals as nonbreeding specialty livestock unless a clear conservation or production reason exists.

Colors: Golden, Golden Royal, Golden Trim, Imperial Black, Imperial Trim, Native Black, Native Black Trim, Royal, White