# Chinese goral (*Naemorhedus griseus*) The Chinese goral is a shy, goat-like animal that loves to climb rocky hills. They have thick fur and are great at jumping from rock to rock to find food and stay safe. - **Category:** [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/categories/mammal) - **Rarity:** Common - **Danger:** 2/5 · Low - **Habitat:** Mountain regions ![Chinese goral](https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?title=Special:Redirect/file/Nemorhaeduscaudatusarnouxianus.JPG&width=800) Photo: ML5 at English Wikipedia, Public domain · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nemorhaeduscaudatusarnouxianus.JPG) ## Appearance The Chinese goral is a stocky, goat-like mammal with short, reddish-brown fur, a dark dorsal stripe, and a shaggy mane. It has small, pointed horns that curve backward and large, expressive eyes. Its dull coat helps it blend into rocky, forested mountain habitats. ## Taxonomy - **Kingdom:** Animalia - **Phylum:** Chordata - **Class:** Mammalia - **Order:** Artiodactyla - **Family:** Bovidae - **Genus:** Naemorhedus ## Interesting facts - Chinese gorals are sometimes called 'rock goats' because of their amazing climbing skills! - Gorals use special scent markings from glands on their heads to communicate with each other! - They can stand completely still for a very long time, becoming almost invisible to predators! - When startled, these secretive animals let out a loud hiss or sneeze warning call! ## Special abilities - **Rock-Climbing Prowess:** Chinese goral has specialized hooves with rough pads that helps them grip steep, rocky cliffs with incredible agility. - **Natural Camouflage:** Chinese goral has thick, shaggy fur in earthy tones that helps them blend perfectly into their rocky and forested mountain homes. - **Sharp Senses:** Chinese goral has excellent eyesight and hearing that helps them detect predators from far away in their rugged environment. ## Measurements & details - **Length:** 82-130 cm - **Weight:** 22-35 kg - **Lifespan:** 10-15 years - **Speed:** 50 km/h - **Litter Size:** 1-2 - **Gestation:** 170-180 days ## Diet & Feeding This nimble browser enjoys munching on various plants found in its mountainous home. - **Primary Foods:** grasses, leaves, shoots, lichens, twigs - **Foraging Method:** Foraging ## Ecological connections - **Eaten by:** [Snow Leopard](https://www.snappit.app/explore/snow-leopard) (*Panthera uncia*) — A top predator in higher altitudes where gorals live. - **Eaten by:** [Dhole](https://www.snappit.app/explore/dhole) (*Cuon alpinus*) — Packs of dholes hunt gorals in lower forest areas. - **Eaten by:** Clouded Leopard (*Neofelis nebulosa*) — An ambush predator found in dense forest habitats. ## Traits - [Furry](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/furry): Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur. - [Solitary](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/solitary): Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care. - [Camouflaged](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/camouflaged): Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment. - [Herbivorous](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/herbivorous): This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material. - [Mountain](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/mountain): This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones. - [Diurnal](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/diurnal): Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night. - [Speedster](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/speedster): This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel. - [Endangered](https://www.snappit.app/explore/traits/endangered): Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future. ## Collections - [Mammals](https://www.snappit.app/explore/collections/mammals) ## Safety **Danger:** 2/5 · Low Always watch from a distance and never try to touch wild animals. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How to identify Chinese goral? 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 Chinese goral? 82-130 cm ### How much does Chinese goral weigh? 22-35 kg ### How long does Chinese goral live? 10-15 years ### How fast can Chinese goral move? 50 km/h ### What does Chinese goral eat? This nimble browser enjoys munching on various plants found in its mountainous home. ### Where is Chinese goral usually found? Mountain regions ### How does Chinese goral hunt? Foraging ## 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: [Chinese goral: Facts & Places to See — Snappit](https://www.snappit.app/explore/chinese-goral)