North Bridgeport in Greater Bridgeport Region, Connecticut — The American Northeast (New England)
Domestic Cattle
Wild cattle originated in North Africa, Europe and Southern Asia. Domestic cattle are found worldwide.
Cattle are large, hoofed mammals. They graze on rangelands throughout the world.
Cattle breeds vary in color, shape and size. The largest breed weighs over 2,500 pounds, while the smallest weighs less than 250 pounds. Both males and females may have horns. Males are generally larger.
Domestic cattle provide many products including milk, cheese, meat, leather, fuel and shelter. Cattle are used to pull plows, carts and other heavy objects. Cattle serve as a form of currency in many countries throughout Africa and Asia. They are even worshiped in many religions and cultures.
Erected by Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Animals • Anthropology & Archaeology.
Location. 41° 12.731′ N, 73° 10.885′ W. Marker is in Bridgeport in Greater Bridgeport Region, Connecticut. It is in North Bridgeport. It can be reached from Noble Avenue north of Crown Street, on the left when traveling north.
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Regionally, this marker is on the Connecticut Shoreline. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once Fairfield County and also one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Guinea Hogs (a few steps from this marker); Dexter Cattle (within shouting distance of this marker); Narragansett Turkey (within shouting distance of this marker); Roaming Birds (within shouting distance of this marker); Miniature Horse (within shouting distance of this marker); Rare Bears (within shouting distance of this marker); Bears - The Sun, the Moon, and the Stars (within shouting distance of this marker); Domestic Goats (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Bridgeport.
Credits. This page was last revised on May 19, 2026. It was originally submitted on August 16, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 169 times since then and 9 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on August 16, 2023, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
