Scottish cattle breed a growing herd in Montana

BOZEMAN (AP) — On Bridger Canyon Road between mile marker seven and eight, there's a small ranch with an unusual breed of cattle.

They're black, brown and tan beasts with long shaggy hair and horns that curve into sharp points. They look something like yaks, but call them that and you're sure to get corrected.

AP Photo/Bozeman Daily Chronicle, Erik Petersen

A pair of Scottish Highland steers are photographed in their pasture on Bridger Canyon Road in Bozeman. The breed originated in Scotland, and though there are a few herds in the area, the animals certainly aren't common. The cattle are much...