What are Asian water oxen?

Asian water oxen, also known as water buffaloes, are large domesticated bovines primarily found in Asia and parts of the Mediterranean. They are known for their strength and ability to work in wetland environments, making them valuable for farming and plowing rice paddies. Water buffaloes have a distinctive appearance, with large, curved horns and a stocky build, and they are also important in various cultural practices and cuisines across the regions they inhabit. In addition to their agricultural roles, they are often raised for their milk, meat, and hides.