Goat is a mammal that typically lives in dry woodland and mountainous regions. It has a fur covering and can speed up to 17km/h (10mph). Goat which scientific name is capra aegagrus hircus grows 40-80cm (15.7-31.5in) and weights 54-77kg (120-170lbs). The animal lives 10-15 years in a herd lifestyle. Favourite food: grass, fruit, leaves
Facts about goats
Name | Goat |
Top Speed | 17km/h (10mph) |
Colour | Brown, black, white, tan |
Habitat | Dry woodland and mountainous regions |
Life Span | 10-15 years |
Genus | Capra |
Class | Mammalia |
Kingdom | Animalia |
Diet | Herbivore |
Weight | 54-77kg (120-170lbs) |
Predators | Human, wolf, mountain lion |
Conservation Status | Least concern |
Main Prey | Grass, fruit, leaves |
Phylum | Chordata |
Type | Mammal |
Average Litter Size | 2 |
Size | 40-80cm (15.7-31.5in) |
Order | Artiodactyla |
Skin Type | Fur |
Family | Bovidae |
Lifestyle | Herd |
Scientific Name | Capra aegagrus hircus |