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Nubian ibex

Capra nubiana

The Nubian ibex is a strong and agile goat that lives in rocky mountains. With its long curved horns and sandy-colored coat, it is well adapted to the desert environment.

Habitat: Mountain regions

Appearance

The Nubian ibex is a medium-sized wild goat with a sandy to yellowish-brown coat and a paler belly. Males have magnificent, long, ridged horns that curve backward, while females have shorter, thinner horns. Darker markings can be seen on their legs and a distinct dark stripe runs down their back.

KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusCapra
Nubian ibex
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Nubian ibex

Category

Mammals

Rarity

Rare

Danger

2/5 · Low

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Interesting facts

Even their babies, called kids, can climb tricky rocks just hours after birth!

Ibex have a special four-chamber stomach to digest tough desert plants easily.

Male ibex horns can have over 30 ridges, each possibly indicating a year of growth!

They communicate using loud snorts and alarm calls when danger is spotted.

Special abilities

Ability

Cliff Clingers

Nubian ibex have hooves with soft inner pads and sharp outer rims that give them incredible grip on steep, rocky slopes.

Ability

Water Wizards

Nubian ibex can survive for extended periods without drinking because they get vital moisture from the plants they eat.

Ability

Keen Spotters

Nubian ibex possess excellent binocular vision and keen hearing to detect predators from a great distance in open terrain.

Measurements & details

Length
105-125 cm
Weight
26-70 kg
Lifespan
10-17 years
Top Speed
50 km/h
Litter Size
1-3
Gestation
150-160 days

Diet & Feeding

These hardy goats munch on a variety of plants, finding food even in dry, rocky places.

Primary Foods

  • grasses
  • leaves
  • shrubs
  • herbs
  • acacia pods

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eaten by

leopard

Panthera pardus

A top predator in their rocky mountain habitat.

eaten by

gray wolf

Canis lupus

May hunt young or weaker ibex in some areas.

eats

acacia tree

Acacia tortilis

Browses its leaves and pods for food and moisture.

eats

saltbush

Atriplex halimus

A resilient desert shrub providing essential nutrients.

Traits

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Safety

Danger

2/5 · Low

Always watch from a distance and do not disturb wild animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Nubian ibex?

105-125 cm

How much does Nubian ibex weigh?

26-70 kg

How long does Nubian ibex live?

10-17 years

How fast can Nubian ibex move?

50 km/h

What does Nubian ibex eat?

These hardy goats munch on a variety of plants, finding food even in dry, rocky places.

Where is Nubian ibex usually found?

Mountain regions

How does Nubian ibex hunt?

Foraging

How many babies does Nubian ibex usually have?

1-3

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