7 Facts About Goats You Probably Already Knew, And 1 You Probably Didn't
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7 Facts About Goats You Probably Already Knew, And 1 You Probably Didn't

You've "goat" to know some of these fantastic facts!

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7 Facts About Goats You Probably Already Knew, And 1 You Probably Didn't
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One of the many up-and-coming stars in the animal kingdom is the capra aegagrus hircus, or, in layman’s terms, the goat. Goats are SUPERSTARS, quickly becoming one of the most popular furry friends around the farm, on the Internet, and, most importantly, in our hearts. Because of their widespread likability, many people are already aware of some of the basics to this barnyard breed, but just as a refresher, here are a few facts about goats you probably already know—and one you just might not!

1. Goats are mammals with coarse hair covering their bodies.

You probably already knew that.

2. Goats are typically found on farms, and are often considered a barnyard animal.

You probably already knew that.

3. Some goats have horns, while others do not.

You probably already knew that.

4. Goats can produce milk, which can then be turned into goat cheese.

You probably already knew that.

5. Goats have hooves.

You probably already knew that.

6. Goats discovered coffee.

There is an old Ethiopian legend about a goat farmer named Kaldi, who one day came across his herd eating the red beans of the coffee plant. The herd later became super hyper and restless soon after, so, naturally, Kaldi tried the beans himself. He experienced a similar reaction, and the rest is history. Thanks to Kaldi and the wondrous curiosity of his herd, caffeine addicts worldwide now can enjoy this beloved beverage. You probably didn’t know that.

7. Baby goats are called “kids”.

You probably already knew that.

8. Beyond the barnyard, many goats can also be found in the wild and are referred to as mountain goats.

You probably already knew that.

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