Goats

Goats

(Capra hircus) Jämt goat – The Jämt goat is one of our Swedish heritage goat breeds. It can vary in colour. Goats can be kept for their milk, and a good Jämt goat can produce 300–400 kg per season.

African pygmy goat – Originates from Africa and has long been a popular breed in zoos due to its size and pleasant temperament. Has short legs, a compact body, and a small head. Withers height approx. 40 cm.

Lapp goat – The Lapp goat is our northernmost heritage goat breed. It originates from and is adapted to reindeer grazing land.

Belongs to

The order even-toed ungulates (Artiodactyla)

Family

Bovids: (Bovidae). Subfamily: (Caprinae)

Weight

Jämt goat approx. 40 kg, African pygmy goat 20–30 kg, Lapp goat approx. 30–80 kg

Lifespan

Up to 25 years

Gestation period

approx. 5 months

Young

1–2 kids (most commonly two)

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