Tahr
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Tahr
Hemitragus jemlahicus
The Tahr is a sure-footed mountain goat with shaggy fur and curved horns. It lives in rocky cliffs and steep slopes, leaping from rock to rock with ease.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Tahr is a sturdy, goat-like mammal with a thick, reddish-brown to dark brown coat. Males have a distinctive shaggy mane around their neck and shoulders, along with impressive backward-curving horns that help distinguish them from similar mountain ungulates.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusHemitragus
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Baby Tahrs, called kids, can walk and even jump just hours after they are born!
Male Tahrs sometimes fight by butting heads, creating loud cracks that echo through the mountains!
Tahrs can chew their cud, just like cows, helping them digest tough mountain plants!
They often live in groups, called herds, for safety in numbers against dangerous predators!
Special abilities
Ability
Mountain Master
Tahr can grip incredibly steep, rocky slopes using special hooves with a rubbery core that helps them climb dangerous terrain.
Ability
Camouflage Cloak
Tahr has a dense, shaggy coat that changes color seasonally, helping them blend seamlessly into their rocky, mountainous home.
Ability
Keen Sight
Tahr possesses sharp eyesight, allowing them to spot predators and other Tahrs across vast mountain landscapes.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 90-150 cm
- Weight
- 30-100 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-14 years
- Top Speed
- 40 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 180-240 days
Diet & Feeding
Tahrs are amazing herbivores, munching on tough grasses, leaves, and shrubs found in high mountains.
Primary Foods
- Grasses
- Leaves
- Shrubs
- Herbs
- Lichens
Foraging Method
- Grazing
Ecological connections
eaten by
Leopard
Panthera pardus
Leopards are a common predator of Tahr in their native range.
eaten by
Wolf
Canis lupus
Wolves hunt Tahr in some parts of their Himalayan mountain habitat.
eaten by
Golden Eagle
Aquila chrysaetos
Golden Eagles may prey on young Tahr kids or smaller individuals.
eats
Himalayan Juniper
Juniperus indica
Tahrs browse on the leaves and shoots of resilient juniper trees.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Horned
Characterized by having one or more hard, permanent, pointed projections on the head.
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.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Also known as
Himalayan TahrNilgiri Tahr
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Admire Tahrs from a safe distance and avoid approaching them in the wild.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Tahr?
90-150 cm
How much does Tahr weigh?
30-100 kg
How long does Tahr live?
10-14 years
How fast can Tahr move?
40 km/h
What does Tahr eat?
Tahrs are amazing herbivores, munching on tough grasses, leaves, and shrubs found in high mountains.
Where is Tahr usually found?
Mountain regions
How does Tahr hunt?
Grazing
How many babies does Tahr usually have?
1-2
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