markhoor

Thân thiện

A markhoor stands on a rocky cliff overlooking a deep valley.

Definition

Noun: 1. A large wild goat native to the western Himalayas: The markhor is a species of wild goat characterized by its impressive size and distinctive, large, spiraling horns. It is known for its agility in mountainous terrain.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The markhor is considered the national animal of Pakistan.
  • We were lucky to spot a male markhor with magnificent spiraled horns on the cliffside.
  • Conservation efforts are crucial for protecting the endangered markhor.

Advanced Usage

• "Capra falconeri": This is the scientific (Latin) name for the markhor species.
  • The study focused on the population dynamics of Capra falconeri in its native range.

Variants and Related Words

• Markhor (alternative spelling): The word is sometimes spelled as "markhoor," though "markhor" is the more standard spelling in modern English.
• Wild goat: A general term for non-domesticated goats, which includes the markhor.
• Ibex: A different genus of wild mountain goat with backward-curving horns, often found in similar habitats.

Synonyms

• Screw horn goat: A descriptive synonym referencing its unique, corkscrew-shaped horns.
• Shakhawat: A local name used in some regions for the markhor.

Notes on Meaning

The term markhor refers specifically to this single species of goat. It does not describe a general behavior or attribute. The defining features are its large size, habitat in the western Himalayas (including parts of Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan), and most notably, its long, thick, corkscrew-shaped horns, which are present in both males and females but are significantly larger in males.

Học thuật

Noun

1. large Himalayan goat with large spiraled horns

Từ đồng nghĩa

• markhor
• Capra falconeri