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San Antonio Missions National Historical ParkFresco in the San José Granary
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Park in relation to San Antonio, Texas
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Longhorn cattle evolved from 3 breeds of cattle that the Spanish imported in the 18th century.  

Did You Know?
that Texas longhorn cattle evolved from 3 breeds the Spanish imported to the Americas in the 17th and 18th centuries? They were the barrenda or piebald, the retinto, and ganado prieto. Modern longhorn have long legs and a narrow body - perfectly suited to travel long distances in dry, harsh country.

Last Updated: May 28, 2007 at 12:50 EST