Animals - Children's Zoo

Pygmy Goat
Capra aeoaorus hircus
Range:	It is believed that this species originated in Africa, but it has been widely exported. They now range through Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Habitat:	Usually found in rugged mountain country and plains.
Diet:	Roughage in the form of legume and grass, hay, bark, dry leaves.
Fun Facts:	They prefer herd life and need toe competition of pushing, shoving and banging on one another. They can adapt to virtually all climates. Coat length and density vary with climate.