Himalayan Tahr

A close relative of the wild goat, the Himalayan Tahr is found in the Himalayan ranges of Northern India, Nepal, and Southern Tibet. Males have a coarse, tangled mane covering their necks, chests, and shoulders. The horns of the male Himalayan Tahr, which can grow up to 46 cm long and point backward, are shorter and less pointed than those of the females.

They have a thick undercoat underneath their lengthy, earthy-colored outer coat. It helps keep their bodies warm in a frigid environment. Their jacket becomes more elongated and lighter in shade in the spring. As a result, the Himalayan Tahr can perfectly regulate its internal temperature during the entire season. Another amazing feature of the Himalayan Tahr is its hooves. The smooth, rubbery centers of the hooves provide excellent hold. The Himalayan Tahrs can therefore unquestionably wander along the majestic mountainsides.

The Himalayan Tahr weighs 40–85 kg and reaches a height of 4–5.5 ft. Compared to male Tahrs, female Tahrs have more subdued horns. The men compete with one another for the female by using their powerful horns. 20–26 Tahrs make up the herd as they move. They fled along the sides of the high mountains as soon as they recognize the hazards. In essence, their diet consists of bushes, spices, and grass.