The takin (Budorcas taxicolor); / ˈtɑːkɪn / is a large species of ungulate of the subfamily Caprinae found in the eastern Himalayas. [2] It includes four subspecies, the Mishmi takin (B. t. taxicolor), the golden …

Takin cows seek out areas of dense vegetation to give birth to a single kid in early spring (twins are rare). Within three days of birth, a takin kid can follow its mother through most types of terrain.

Takin, (Budorcas taxicolor), heavily built, hoofed mammal of Southeast Asia, belonging to the family Bovidae (order Artiodactyla). The takin lives singly or in small herds in the mountains, usually below …

May 27, 2024 · The takin, also known as the cattle chamois or the gnu goat, looks like a cross between a cow, an antelope, and a goat. But don’t be fooled by its strange appearance. This species is …

The takin (Budorcas taxicolor) is a large species of ungulate found in the eastern Himalayas. It is the national animal of Bhutan. The specific name ‘taxicolor’ comes from Latin and rougly can be …

Takins look a lot like a wildebeest bred with a muskox to make some kind of character from Greek mythology. They’re over two meters long, over a meter at the shoulder, and have thick, shaggy coats …

The takin (Budorcas taxicolor) is a large, muscular, ungulate native to the mountainous regions of the Eastern Himalayas and neighboring areas of Asia. Often compared to a goat or an antelope, it is a …

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A takin has split hooves that give it good footing on steep, rocky hillsides. Thick, shaggy fur helps it stay warm in the winter, and so does that super-sized snout!

Oct 21, 2023 · Why it's awesome: Takins are bizarre-looking bovids — relatives of cows, sheep, goats and other cloven-hooved mammals. They have moose-like noses and short, stumpy legs supporting …