Animal Facts
Scientific Name
Capra hircus anglo_nubian
Range
The Nubian breed of domestic goat was developed in England during the 19th century by crossing native stock with goats from India and North Africa.
Status in the Wild
Domesticated
Location in the Zoo
McGovern Children’s Zoo
Cool Animal Fact
A goat has rectangular pupils to help it see any danger coming from behind.
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