The most common Bos Indicus cattle breeds in the United States include
- Brahman
- Brangus (Brahman × Angus)
- Beefmaster (Brahman × Hereford × Shorthorn)
- Santa Gertrudis (Brahman × Shorthorn)
- Simbrah (Brahman × Simmental)
- Braford (Brahman × Hereford)
- Charbray (Brahman × Charolais)
- Red Brangus (Brahman × Red Angus)
Body condition scores are different from Bos Indicus cattle than for Bos Taurus, which includes the continental and British-influenced beef cattle more commonly found in Nebraska.
 | Body Condition Score 3 Very little fat cover over the loin, back and foreribs. The backbone is still highly visible. Processes of the spine can be identified individually by touch and may still be visible. Spaces between the processes are less pronounced. | |
 | Body Condition Score 4 Foreribs are not noticeable but the 12th and 13th ribs are still noticeable to the eye. The transverse spinous processes can be identified only by palpation (with slight pressure) and feel rounded rather than sharp. | |
 | Body Condition Score 5 The 12th and 13th ribs are not visible to the eye unless the animal has been shrunk. The transverse spinous processes can only be felt with firm pressure and feel rounded but are not noticeable to the eye. Spaces between the processes are not visible and are only distinguishable with firm pressure. Areas on each side of the tailhead are starting to fill. | |
 | Body Condition Score 6 Ribs are fully covered and are not noticeable to the eye. Hindquarters are plump and full. Noticeable springiness over the foreribs and on each side of the tailhead. Firm pressure is now required to feel the transverse processes. Brisket has some fat. | |
 | Body Condition Score 8 Animal takes on a smooth, blocky appearance. Bone structure disappears from sight. Fat cover is thick and spongy and patchiness is likely. Brisket is full. |
