Goat Antelope (Noun)
Meaning
Bovid related to goats but having antelope-like features: mountain goats; gorals; serows; chamois; gnu goats.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Himalayan tahr is a goat-antelope native to Central Asia, exhibiting adaptability to steep mountainous terrain.
- Researchers identified a capra species closely resembling a goat-antelope due to its distinctive antelope-like horns.
- A subspecies of serow discovered in mainland Asia highlights goat-antelope features of coat coloration and body size.
- After studying the mountain goat's unique agility on steep cliffs, observers noted strong goat-antelope affinities in its agile movements.
- The distinctive markings on the horns and robust build distinguish the takin as a goat-antelope species found across high mountains.