african-goat

Breed Profile: Moroccan Goats
July 1, 2023 · · Goat Breeds

Moroccan Black goats are the ancient landrace of Berber pastoralists, highly adapted to survival in the mountains in an arid climate, although severe drought has recently pushed them up into the trees.

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How African Goats Influenced America’s Breeds
September 28, 2022 · · Goat Breeds

How did the African goat become the roots of many common goat breeds in America? There are African origins in Spanish, Myotonic, SCI, Nubian, Pygmy, Nigerian Dwarf, Boer, and Savanna goats. Join us in the story of their migration to find out.

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Breed Profile: Somali Goat
August 10, 2022 · · Goat Breeds

The Somali goat or Galla goat is a hardy breed of Somalia, Ethiopia, and Kenya whose incredible ability to survive the heat and drought, while continuing to produce, is vital to east African pastoralists.

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Breed Profile: Nigerian Dwarf Goat
February 16, 2022 · · Goat Breeds

The Nigerian Dwarf goat is the original miniature breed, developed in America from goats of West African origin. Their small size, friendly personalities, and colorful markings make them popular as pets as well as for home dairy.

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