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Domestic Goat

Domestic Goat

Capra hircus

A domesticated ruminant mammal belonging to the Bovidae family, widely distributed globally for meat, milk, and fiber production

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Domestic Goat
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Adaptable to diverse environments, from mountainous regions to arid landscapes, including human-managed agricultural systems worldwide

Ecological Role

Important livestock species supporting human agricultural economies, providing protein sources and contributing to ecosystem management through grazing

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Dense, variable coat thickness depending on breed and climate, ranging from short hair to long mohair
  • LIMBS WINGS Cloven hooves adapted for rocky and uneven terrain, powerful hindquarters for climbing and jumping
  • HEAD SENSORY Pronounced horns, rectangular pupils, acute hearing, and sophisticated olfactory capabilities
  • BODY STRUCTURE Medium-sized mammalian quadruped, typically 60-90 kg, with compact muscular body and relatively short legs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wilfredor
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