Mithun

Mithun is a bovine of Indian origin. It is considered to be a descendent of wild gaur. This animal has religious significance and is intimately related to the socio-cultural life of the Mishmi people of Arunachal Pradesh in India. The mithun is considered to be a source of personal prestige with an economic value far in excess of the material contribution. Mithuns are an unit of wealth and are allowed to move freely in jungle till used for food on festive occasions or for barter.