Miniature goat
Come meet our miniature goats at Sainte-Croix Park! The dwarf goat, with its small size and playful nature, is one of the stars of the farm at Sainte-Croix Wildlife Park. It is descended from wild goats that were domesticated thousands of years ago and has now adapted perfectly to living alongside humans.
Small in size but big on personality
The dwarf goat is a domestic breed resulting from crossbreeding among small African goats. Highly sociable and easy to tame, it is now commonly found on educational farms, at wildlife parks, and sometimes even as a pet in rural areas.
They are lively, playful, intelligent… and rather stubborn! They communicate through a variety of bleats and can easily recognize the people who care for them.
Description
Capra aegagrus hircus
Cattle
20 to 30 kg
40 to 50 cm
West Africa
Least Concern
10 to 15 years
A highly successful woman of African descent
Native to West Africa, the dwarf goat is a domestic breed particularly prized for its small size, endearing appearance, and friendly nature. Imported to Europe in the 20th century, it quickly became a staple at educational farms and wildlife parks as an animal that interacts with visitors.
Did you know?
Dwarf goats are curious, clever… and sometimes a little mischievous! They love exploring their surroundings and climbing on anything they can find.
Food
The dwarf goat is a ruminant, which means it digests its food in several stages. It feeds mainly on hay, grass, leaves, twigs, and, occasionally, a few fruits or vegetables as a supplement. Its digestion relies on a delicate intestinal flora, which makes certain foods unsuitable or even dangerous, such as bread, sweets, or certain toxic plants.
