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Myotonic Goats
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Eats
Myotonic Goats are herbivores, which means they only eat plants. They are known to eat grasses, shrubs, and weeds. Farmers also feed their goats a specially formulated pellet food to add vitamins and minerals to their diet.
Lives
Myotonic Goats can be found on farms around the globe. The species was domesticated in the 1880s. They were reportedly brought to Tennessee from Nova Scotia by farm laborer, John Tinsley. Myotonic Goats are not found in the wild.
Behavior
Myotonic Goats are named after a skeletal condition that affects the entire species, called Myotonia Congenita.
Description
Myotonic Goats, commonly black and white due to early breeding preferences, have distinctive rectangular pupils that provide excellent peripheral vision to spot predators. They are often raised for their meat because they are easy to contain and reproduce quickly, making them a popular choice for farmers seeking reliable livestock!
Did you Know?
Myotonic Goats are parasite resistant, making them one of the top meat goats.
How can I Help?
Myotonic Goats are a domestic species, which means they are not listed by the IUCN. However, they are listed as threatened by the Livestock Conservancy. This species is often used for crossbreeding, and the overuse of purebreds can threaten this important species' survival.
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