Pyrenean chamois
A species of Chamois, Also known as Southern chamois Scientific name : Rupicapra pyrenaica Genus : Chamois
Pyrenean chamois, A species of Chamois
Also known as:
Southern chamois
Scientific name: Rupicapra pyrenaica
Genus: Chamois
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Description
The Pyrenees chamois (Rupicapra pyrenaica) is a pair of ungulates living in southern Europe. It is closely related to the (actual) chamois that also occurs in Central Europe.
General Info
Lifespan
15-20 years
Diet
Pyrenean chamois are herbivorous animals relying primarily on diverse plant matter for food. Their diet mainly consists of shoots, leaves and fruits, with an inclination towards deciduous vegetation during summer and evergreen foliage in winter.
Appearance
Pyrenean chamois is a medium-sized mammal with a sturdy, slim body covered in dense short fur. Its coat color varies, from reddish-brown in summer to greyish-brown in winter, lightening under the belly. Pyrenean chamois is recognized for its conspicuous, hook-shaped horns, permanent and present in both sexes, however, males have thicker and longer ones. No notable differences exist for subspecies or age in appearance.
Behavior
Pyrenean chamois exhibits agile mountain climbing behavior, adept at navigating steep rocky terrain in its Alpine environment. This species is diurnally active and typically solitary, except during mating season. For survival, pyrenean chamois demonstrates remarkable camouflage abilities, blending seamlessly with surrounding rocks for protection from predators.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
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