Alpine goats with the Chamoisée color grazing in France
Conservation status
Least Concern
Other names
Alpine polychrome, American Alpine, French Alpine
Country of origin
France
Use
Dairy, crossbreeding
Traits
Weight
Male:
no less than 77 kg (170 lbs)
Female:
no less than 61 kg (135 lbs)
Height
Male:
no less than 81 cm (32 in)
Female:
no less than 76 cm (30 in)
Skin color
Variable
Face color
Variable
Horn status
Horned
Beard
Bearded
Goat
Capra hircus
The Alpine is a medium to large sized breed of domestic goat known for its very good milking ability. They have no set colours or markings (although certain markings are discriminated against). They have horns, a straight profile and erect ears.
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