About Rupicapra pyrenaica Bonaparte, 1845
Taxonomy and Size
Rupicapra pyrenaica Bonaparte, 1845 grows up to 80 cm tall.
Coat Coloration
Its summer coat is ruddy brown, while its winter coat is black or brown, with darker patches around the eyes.
Horn Characteristics
Both males and females have backward-hooked horns that reach up to 20 cm in length.
Diet
These animals feed by browsing on grass, lichens, and tree buds.
Behavior and Distribution
They are sure-footed and agile, and can be found at any elevation up to 3000 m.
