Himalayan goat

Himalayan goat usually refers to hardy mountain goats native to the Himalayas—especially those raised in Nepal, India, Bhutan, and Tibet. The term can mean a couple of closely related animals, so here’s a clear breakdown:

1. Himalayan Goat (Chyangra)
   • Local name (Nepal): Chyangra
   • Scientific name: Capra hircus (mountain breed)
   • Why it’s famous: Produces pashmina (cashmere) wool
   • Habitat: High altitudes (3,000–5,000 m)
   • Traits: Thick coat, strong legs, excellent climbers, very cold-tolerant
   • Uses: Wool, meat, and livelihood for mountain communities

2. Himalayan Tahr (often confused with a goat)
   • Scientific name: Hemitragus jemlahicus
   • Status: Wild mountain ungulate (not domesticated)
   • Where found: Steep Himalayan cliffs and forests
   • Look: Shaggy mane, curved horns, stocky build
   • Note: Protected in many areas

Quick facts
• 🧣 Pashmina shawls come from the fine undercoat of Himalayan goats.
• 🏔️ These goats are adapted to thin air, snow, and rugged terrain.
• 🌱 They graze on alpine grasses and shrubs.

If you want, I can zoom in on pashmina production, differences between Himalayan goat and tahr, or their role in Nepal’s mountain culture.