bovina

Bovina is a term with multiple uses in geography, biology, and nomenclature. In geography, Bovina denotes several places in the United States, typically small towns or unincorporated communities; the name is often tied to historical cattle ranching or agriculture in the area. Specific instances are scattered across different states and jurisdictions.

In biology and taxonomy, "bovina" originates from Latin bovinus meaning of cattle. It is used as an adjective in Latinized scientific names and in English as the word "bovine," to describe features associated with cattle, cows, or bovid species. In taxonomic grouping, Bovidae is the family that contains cattle, goats, and antelopes, and Bovinae is a subfamily within Bovidae that includes cattle-related bovids. The term helps distinguish bovids with domestic cattle ancestry or cattle-like characteristics.

In culture and linguistics, Bovina may appear as a place name or surname and in historical texts addressing cattle farming, agriculture, or livestock breeds. The exact meaning of "Bovina" depends on context, and there is no single definition applicable everywhere.