Mammals | Pygmy Goat
Pygmy Goat
Capra aegagrus hircus
Goats are sociable animals. They are playful, hardy, great climbers and able to adapt to many climates. They are smart and curious animals. The average life span of a pygmy goat is 10 – 15 years.
| COMMON NAME | Pygmy Goat |
| SCIENTIFIC NAME | Capra aegagrus hircus |
| STATUS | Least Concern |
| DISTRIBUTION | Africa |
| HABITAT | Farmlands, hillsides and plains |
| NATURAL DIET | Grass, leaves, plants, corn, hay, vegetables, fruit and grain |
| WEIGHT | 24kg – 34kg |