Welsh Mountain Goat
The Welsh Mountain goats of Snowdonia roam freely in specific parts of the region including the Glyders, Beddgelert, the Moelwyns, Rhinogs, Rhobell Fawr, Cadair Idris and Craig Aderyn. This landrace of goat does not originate from this area but are feral and were either deliberately introduced or escaped from domestication into the wild several hundred years ago
IUCN Listing: Not Evaluated
It is unknown is this animal is at risk of becoming extinct in the wild
Fact File
Native Range
Introduced species to the UK – found on the mountains of Snowdonia
Natural Habitat
Shrubland, forests, rocky areas and grasslands
Diet
Plants, leaves and flowers
Life Expectancy
In the wild: Up to 15 years
In zoos: Up to 15 years
Breeding
Gestation period:
148 – 152 days. 1 – 2 kids.
Group Name
Herd
Active Hours
During the day
Threats
Loss of habitat
Fun Fact
A female Welsh Mountain Goat is called a nanny, a male is a billy, and youngsters are known as kids.