Goats are mammals that lead a herd life. Scientific name is capra aegagrus hircus. Such a name is based on the genus of the mammal - capra. Interesting fact is that this mammals can run 17km/h (10mph). Goats life span is 10-15 years. The animal has a weight of 54-77kg (120-170lbs). These mammals grow up to 40-80cm (15.7-31.5in).
Facts about goats
Name | Goat |
Class | Mammalia |
Main Prey | Grass, fruit, leaves |
Type | Mammal |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Habitat | Dry woodland and mountainous regions |
Size | 40-80cm (15.7-31.5in) |
Weight | 54-77kg (120-170lbs) |
Genus | Capra |
Family | Bovidae |
Order | Artiodactyla |
Diet | Herbivore |
Scientific Name | Capra aegagrus hircus |
Colour | Brown, black, white, tan |
Life Span | 10-15 years |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Skin Type | Fur |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Top Speed | 17km/h (10mph) |
Predators | Human, wolf, mountain lion |
Conservation Status | Least concern |