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RMOT 101 Bovids

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How can you tell mountain goat males from females? 5 ways

Author: Tyler F



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1. Group composition: Males typically found alone, Females with juveniles 2. Urination posture: Males stretch, females squat 3. Genitalia: - Male scrotum visible at close range - Black vulva patch of female may be visible if tail raised 4. Body Size and Pelage: - Males higher at shoulder than females and have larger beards, shoulder hair and leg chaps 5. Horn shape and size: Males have thicker horns at base and tips have gradual taper. Females taper with sharper curve


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