Definition

Noun * Capra falconeri: A large, wild goat species (Capra falconeri) native to the Himalayan region, characterized by its distinctive, massive, spiraled horns. It is commonly known as the markhor.

Examples

• The Capra falconeri is the national animal of Pakistan.
• Wildlife conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the habitat of the Capra falconeri.
• The impressive, corkscrew-shaped horns of the Capra falconeri can grow over 1.5 meters long.

Advanced Usage

• The scientific name Capra falconeri is used in zoological and conservation contexts to precisely identify the species, distinguishing it from other wild goats like the ibex ().

Variants and Related Words

• Markhor (n): The common name for .
  • We hoped to catch a glimpse of a markhor during the trek.
• Capra (n): The genus name for goats, which includes species like the wild goat () and the Alpine ibex.

Synonyms

• Markhor
• Screw-horned goat

Related Idioms or Phrases

• None directly associated with the scientific name. Common names like "markhor" may appear in regional folklore or hunting terminology, but there are no standard English idioms using .

Noun

1. large Himalayan goat with large spiraled horns