Markhor
The Markhor (Capra falconeri) is a herbivorous mammal.
The markhor is a large wild Capra species native to the mountain regions at the crossroads of Central and South Asia, including the Karakoram and Himalayas. It occurs in parts of Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. — Wikipedia
- Scientific name
- Capra falconeri
- Class
- Mammal
- Family / order
- Bovidae
- Diet
- Herbivore
- Habitat
- Terrestrial
- Weight
- 54 kg
- Length
- 1.6 m
- Lifespan
- 19.1 years
- Activity
- Diurnal
- Conservation status
- Near Threatened
What does a Markhor eat?
The markhor is a herbivore, feeding on plants.
How big is a Markhor?
The markhor weighs around 54 kg and measures about 1.6 m.
How long do Markhors live?
In the wild, the markhor can live up to about 19.1 years.
Is the markhor endangered?
The markhor is currently listed as “Near Threatened” on the IUCN Red List.