Mountain Goat
The Mountain Goat (Oreamnos americanus) is a large hoofed mammal native to the mountainous regions of North America. It is a true master of climbing, with hooves that are perfectly adapted to the rugged, steep terrain of its high-altitude habitat.
The Mountain Goat has a thick, shaggy white coat that provides excellent insulation against the cold. It is a herbivore, feeding on a variety of grasses and plants.
The Mountain Goat is a crucial part of the mountain ecosystem, and its presence is a symbol of the wild and untamed beauty of the mountains.
Mountain Goat
Classification
Mammalia > Artiodactyla > Bovidae > Oreamnos > O. americanus
Native To
Conservation Status
Average Height
3 - 3.5 feet
(0.9 - 1.1 m)
Average Weight
100 - 300 lbs
(45 - 136 kg)
Average Life Span
12 - 15 years
Gestation Period
180 days
Did You Know?
The Mountain Goat is not actually a goat, but a goat-antelope!
They have incredible climbing abilities, with specialized hooves that provide excellent grip on steep, rocky terrain.
Mountain Goats have thick, white coats that provide insulation in harsh winter conditions.
Both male and female Mountain Goats have horns, which they use for defense and to establish dominance.
They can be found in the Rocky Mountains and other mountain ranges of North America.
Mountain Goats are herbivores, primarily grazing on grasses, shrubs, and other plants.
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