Coat colors range from brindle or reddish brown but occasionally can be seen in black, yellow, or pied.
The cattle have two types: Ujumqin and Halhïn Gol.
[1] In 1949, Mongolian cattle began to be improved with crossbreeding to European breeds in limited numbers.
[citation needed] Mongolian cattle have been herded for centuries by nomads and are highly valued for their meat.
[2][3] In 2008, 40,000 of the breed died due to harsh winter conditions.