Mountain Goat (Oreamnos Americanus)
The mountain goat, also known as the Rocky Mountain goat, is a hoofed mammal endemic to North America. A subalpine to alpine species. It is a sure footed climber often seen on cliffs and ice. Despite it's vernacular name, it is not a member of Capra, which is the genus that includes all other goats. The mountain goat is a herbivore standing approximately 3.5 feet tall at the withers. A full grown male can weigh up to 300 pounds with a life span of 9-12 years in the wild. These surefooted beasts often appear at precipitous heights, showcasing climbing abilities that leave other animals and humans far below. Rough pads on the bottom of each toe provide a natural climbing shoe. They have distinctive beards and long, warm coats that protect them from freezing temperatures and biting winds. Female goats (called nannies) spend much of the year in herds with their young (kids). Males (billies) live alone or with one or two other male goats. Both sexes boast beautiful pointed horns. Mountain goat kids are truly a joy to observe, as they bound from rock to rock in a playful exhibition of amazing rock climbing skills. This photo was taken on Mt. Evens Colorado.
Camera settings: Nikon D7100 Lens: Sigma 150-600 Exposure time: 1/6400 sec. Aperture: f/6.3 Focal length: 600mm ISO: 800
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