Classified as Vulnerable, the Gaur inhabits grasslands, forests habitats in Southeast Asia, South Asia. Weighing 600–1300 kg, it is exceptionally high among herbivore mammals.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Gaur | Herbivore Mammals Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 950 kg | 117.3 kg | ↑ 710% |
| Height | 240 cm | — | — |
| Top Speed | 35 km/h | 40 km/h | ↓ 13% |
| Avg Speed | 35 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Gaur inhabits grasslands, forests habitats. It can be found in Southeast Asia, South Asia.
Typical coloring: Dark Brown, Black.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Gaur is a herd-based species belonging to the Bovidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
VU The Gaur is classified as Vulnerable. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 50 herbivore mammals, the Gaur’s weight of 600–1300 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 117.3 kg.
Weight rank: #5 of 34 Vulnerable species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sperm Whale | Up to 57000 kg | VU |
| 2 | African Elephant | 2700–6000 kg | VU |
| 3 | Great White Shark | Up to 2268 kg | VU |
| 4 | Hippopotamus | 1300–3200 kg | VU |
| 5 | Gaur | 600–1300 kg | VU |
Related Species
How much does a Gaur weigh?
A Gaur typically weighs 600–1300 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 117.3 kg among herbivore mammals.
What is the conservation status of the Gaur?
The Gaur is classified as “Vulnerable”. There are 34 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Gaur live?
The Gaur is found in Southeast Asia, South Asia, in grasslands, forests habitats.
How does the Gaur reproduce?
The Gaur has a gestation period of 275–280 days and typically produces 1 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026