Sichuan Takin

overview

The Sichuan takin is a goat-antelope native to the mountainous forests of China, particularly in Sichuan and surrounding provinces. They have thick golden and brown coats and large, curved horns. These animals are perfectly adapted to cold, high-altitude environments. Sichuan takins are social creatures, living in herds and grazing on a variety of vegetation.

Sichuan Takin
Sichuan Takin

All about the Sichuan Takin

Height
1-1.5m
Weight
280-350kg
Diet
Grasses, evergreens, barks and herbs
Gestation Period
8 months
Life Span
12-15 years
Threats
Loss of habitat and poaching