Goat (Capra hircus)

The goat (Capra hircus) is a domesticated ruminant belonging to the Bovidae family and is widely reared for milk, meat, fiber, and skin.

Goats are highly adaptable animals that lives in diverse climatic conditions, making them an important livestock species, particularly in arid and semi-arid regions.

Terms used of Goats

• Goat: Common gender
• Buck or he-goat: An adult male goat used for breeding.
• Doe: An adult female goat that has given birth at least onece.
• Buckling: A male goat over 1 year but not exceeding 2 years of age.
• Goatling: A female goat over 1 year but not exceeding 2 years of age.
• Kid: A young one of goat of either sex.
• Kidding: The act of giving birth to a young one.