# Angora goat Angora goats are fluffy animals known for their long, curly hair called mohair. They are friendly and love to graze on grass and shrubs in sunny areas. - **Category:** [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/mammal) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low - **Habitat:** Grasslands ![Angora goat](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Redirect/file/Angora_goats.jpg&width=800) Photo: User Vanderesch on en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0 · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Angora_goats.jpg) ## Appearance The Angora goat is known for its strikingly long, luxurious, white coat of mohair, which often grows in ringlets or dreadlocks. Its distinct shaggy appearance sets it apart from other goat breeds, giving it a fluffy, cloud-like look. They usually have a compact body with upright ears. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Mammalia - **Order:** Artiodactyla - **Family:** Bovidae - **Genus:** Capra ## Interesting facts - Mohair is super strong and warm, used in sweaters, blankets, and even doll hair! - The word 'Angora' comes from Ankara, Turkey, their original homeland! - Their super soft hair, called mohair, grows about an inch (2.5 cm) every single month! - Unlike most animals, Angora goats don't shed; their beautiful fleece needs to be shorn! ## Special abilities - **Mohair Production:** Angora goat can grow a thick, lustrous coat of mohair wool, prized for its warmth and softness. - **Efficient Browsing:** Angora goat can efficiently graze on tough plants and weeds, helping clear land thanks to its hardy digestive system. - **Climate Adaptability:** Angora goat can thrive in diverse climates, adapting to both cold and warm conditions due to its robust nature. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 120-150 cm - **Weight:** 35-50 kg - **Lifespan:** 8-12 years - **Speed:** 25 km/h - **Litter Size:** 1-2 - **Gestation:** 147-152 days ## Diet & Feeding These fuzzy grazers munch on a variety of plants, especially shrubs, weeds, and grasses. - **Primary Foods:** Shrubs, Weeds, Grasses, Forbs, Leaves - **Foraging Method:** Grazing ## Ecological connections - **Depends on:** [Human](https://www.snappit.app/explore/human) (*Homo sapiens*) — Angora goats rely on humans for care and shelter. - **Eaten by:** [Cougar](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cougar) (*Puma concolor*) — Can prey on goats if they are in wilder rangelands. - **Eats:** [Gambel oak](https://www.snappit.app/explore/gambel-oak) (*Quercus gambelii*) — Browses on leaves and twigs of this common shrub. - **Eats:** [Cheatgrass](https://www.snappit.app/explore/cheatgrass) (*Bromus tectorum*) — Helps control this invasive weed by grazing. ## Traits - [Furry](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/furry): Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur. - [Climbing/Vine](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/climbing-vine): Climbing or vine plants are characterized by a growth habit that allows them to ascend upwards by twining, tendrils, or adhesive roots. - [Social](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/social): Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring. - [Grassland](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/grassland): Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals. - [Herbivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/herbivorous): This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material. - [Domesticated](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/domesticated): Domesticated refers to species that have been selectively bred and tamed by humans for specific purposes. - [Diurnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/diurnal): Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night. ## Collections - [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/mammals) ## Safety **Danger:** 1/5 · Very low Always be gentle and calm around goats, as they can be shy. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Angora goat? Compare ears, muzzle, tail, feet and coat markings. Size is hard to judge without something nearby for scale, and young mammals may not have adult coloring yet. Mammal Identifier: upload a photo and compare the visible details. ### How long is Angora goat? 120-150 cm ### How much does Angora goat weigh? 35-50 kg ### How long does Angora goat live? 8-12 years ### How fast can Angora goat move? 25 km/h ### What does Angora goat eat? These fuzzy grazers munch on a variety of plants, especially shrubs, weeds, and grasses. ### Where is Angora goat usually found? Grasslands ### How does Angora goat hunt? Grazing ## More Mammals - [Eastern Fox Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-fox-squirrel) (*Sciurus niger*) - [Eastern Cottontail](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-cottontail) (*Sylvilagus floridanus*) - [Eastern Chipmunk](https://www.snappit.app/explore/eastern-chipmunk) (*Tamias striatus*) - [California Ground Squirrel](https://www.snappit.app/explore/california-ground-squirrel) (*Otospermophilus beecheyi*) --- Source: [Angora goat: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/angora-goat)