Goat

Capra hircus

Explore the Goat (Capra hircus) species record in The Ark Is Earth, including classification, habitat, distribution, conservation information, and sources.

Summary

The Goat is a domesticated hoofed mammal managed on farms, dry grasslands, and mountain pastures across Asia, Africa, and Europe. Its agile footing and efficient browsing allow it to use rugged terrain and varied plant foods. Goats are kept for milk, meat, fiber, skins, and sometimes pack work, and multiple breeds, varieties, strains, and managed lines exist.

Classification in this archive

Animals › Chordates › Mammals › Even-toed ungulates › Cattle, antelopes and relatives › Capra

Habitat and distribution

Habitat: farms, dry grasslands, mountain pastures
Regions in this record: Asia, Africa, Europe, India, Nigeria, China, Spain

Conservation field in this record

Domesticated

Did you know?

Goats use flexible lips to select leaves and twigs.