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Cashmere goat, walia ibex and bezoar ibex
Cashmere goat, Capra hircus lanigera, walia ibex, Capra walie (endangered) and bezoar ibex, Capra aegagrus aegagrus (vulnerable). Lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann from Heinrich Rudolf Schinzs Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals, 1836
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Aegagrus Brodtmann Capra Cashmere Endangered Goat Heinrich Hircus Ibex Karl Lanigera Rudolf Schinz Vulnerable
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This lithograph by Karl Joseph Brodtmann, featured in Heinrich Rudolf Schinz's Illustrated Natural History of Men and Animals from 1836, showcases three remarkable species of goats from the Old World: the Cashmere goat, Walia ibex, and Bezoar ibex. The Cashmere goat (Capra hircus lanigera), depicted in the foreground, is a domestic breed known for its fine, soft undercoat, which is used to produce cashmere wool. Originating in the Himalayas, these goats are now raised primarily in China and are an essential source of income for many rural communities. In the middle ground, the endangered Walia ibex (Capra walie) can be seen. This wild goat species is native to the Ethiopian highlands and is characterized by its distinctive black markings and long, spiraled horns. Due to habitat loss, poaching, and competition with livestock, the Walia ibex population has declined significantly, and conservation efforts are underway to protect this species. The Bezoar ibex (Capra aegagrus aegagrus), shown in the background, is a vulnerable species native to the Iranian plateau. These goats are named for the bezoar stones found in their stomachs, which were once believed to have medicinal properties. Bezoar ibex populations have been impacted by hunting, habitat loss, and competition with livestock, leading to a decline in numbers. This beautiful lithograph not only serves as a testament to the artistic skill of Karl Joseph Brodtmann but also highlights the importance of conservation efforts to protect these fascinating goat species and their habitats.
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