Capra Ibex Ibex
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Capra Ibex Ibex
capra ibex ibex
The Capra Ibex Ibex is a strong mountain goat that loves to climb steep rocks! They have amazing horns that can grow really long and spiral around.
Habitat: Mountainous regions in Europe and Asia
Appearance
The Capra Ibex Ibex is a robust mountain goat with a reddish-brown coat in summer, turning greyish in winter. Males have huge, impressive, ridged horns that curve backwards, which are much larger and thicker than the females' smaller, thinner horns. They also have a distinctive white belly.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusCapra
Category
MammalsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Ibex often gather at high-altitude salt licks to get vital minerals.
Male ibex horns can weigh as much as 15 kg (33 lbs)!
They can get most of their water needs from the plants they eat.
Young ibex kids can stand and climb within minutes of being born.
Special abilities
Ability
Cliff Climber
Capra Ibex Ibex can scale nearly vertical cliffs because of their specially adapted hooves, which help them grip tiny ledges.
Ability
Horn Shield
Capra Ibex Ibex has massive, curved horns that help them fight for mates and defend against predators.
Ability
Keen Senses
Capra Ibex Ibex has excellent eyesight and hearing that helps them detect predators from far away in open mountain terrain.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 120-170 cm
- Weight
- 30-120 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-17 years
- Top Speed
- 45 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 165-170 days
Diet & Feeding
The Alpine Ibex is a plant-eater that loves munching on grasses and herbs found high in the mountains.
Primary Foods
- Grasses
- Herbs
- Lichens
- Mosses
- Shrubs
- Leaves
Foraging Method
- Grazing
Ecological connections
eaten by
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
eagles often target young or vulnerable ibex kids
eaten by
Grey Wolf
Canis lupus
wolves prey on ibex, particularly during winter
eaten by
Eurasian Lynx
Lynx lynx
lynx can ambush younger or weaker ibex
Traits
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
Ibex Goat
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Safety
Danger
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Capra Ibex Ibex?
120-170 cm
How much does Capra Ibex Ibex weigh?
30-120 kg
How long does Capra Ibex Ibex live?
10-17 years
How fast can Capra Ibex Ibex move?
45 km/h
What does Capra Ibex Ibex eat?
The Alpine Ibex is a plant-eater that loves munching on grasses and herbs found high in the mountains.
Where is Capra Ibex Ibex usually found?
Mountainous regions in Europe and Asia
How does Capra Ibex Ibex hunt?
Grazing
How many babies does Capra Ibex Ibex usually have?
1-2
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