Mountain goat
The Mountain goat (Oreamnos americanus) is a herbivorous mammal.
The mountain goat, also known as the Rocky Mountain goat, is a cloven-footed mammal that is endemic to the remote and rugged mountainous areas of western North America. A subalpine to truly alpine species, it is a sure-footed climber commonly seen on sheer rock faces, near-vertical cliffs and icy pa — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Oreamnos americanus
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 72 kg
- Length
- 1.3 m
- Lifespan
- 20.8 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Least Concern
What does a Mountain goat eat?
The mountain goat is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a Mountain goat?
The mountain goat weighs around 72 kg and measures about 1.3 m.
How long do Mountain goats live?
In the wild, the mountain goat can live up to about 20.8 years.
Is the mountain goat endangered?
The mountain goat is currently listed as “Least Concern” on the IUCN Red List.