An ibex, also called steinbock, is a type of wild mountain goat with large recurved horns that are transversely ridged in front. Ibex are found in Eurasia, North Africa, and East Africa. The name ibex comes from Latin, borrowed from Iberian or Aquitanian, akin to Old Spanish bezerro "bull", modern Spanish becerro "yearling". It's height is from 27 to 43 inches. Its weight is 200 to 270 pounds. It can live 20 years. It is a herbivore.

Please log in to rate this article.

Name

Email

Website

Comment