Common name : Shakhawat
Scientific name : Capra falconeri
Family : Bovidae
Native to : Mountainous North-Eastern parts of Asia
Interesting fact : It is the national animal of Pakistan.
Conservation status : Endangered
It is a large species of a wild goat found in Asia. They stand 65-115 cm at the shoulder, measure 132-186 cm (52 to 73 inches) in length and weigh from 32 to 110 kilograms. They have the highest maximum shoulder height among wild goats. Their coat is light brown to black colour, and is smooth and short in summer.
