The term "dwarf buffalo" typically refers to the water buffalo species known as the pygmy buffalo or Bubalus depressicornis. These animals are smaller than their larger relatives, standing about 3 to 4 feet tall at the shoulder. They are native to the dense forests of Southeast Asia and are known for their distinctive curved horns and stocky build. Dwarf buffalo primarily inhabit swampy areas and are excellent swimmers. They are herbivores, feeding on grasses, aquatic plants, and other vegetation. Due to habitat loss and hunting, their populations are declining, making them vulnerable to extinction in the wild.