cow types by color
1. Holsteins. The most popular of all the dairy cow breeds, Holsteins are black and white (and sometimes red). Their markings are like human fingerprints: no Holsteins have the same markings. Holsteins are the most common dairy cow because they tend to produce more milk than all the other breeds. 2. Jerseys.
JERSEY COW. Meet the Jersey cow! Known for her large eyes and brown color, Jerseys also give milk that is high in butterfat. Characteristics: These are the types of cows which are typically light to medium brown in color, though this can range from being almost grey to dull black. She is small in size, weighing about 1,000 pounds in maturity. She has a broad face with prominent eyes and long eyelashes which endears this breed to many people.