The Nubian ibex (Capra nubiana) is a desert-dwelling goat species (Genus Capra) found in mountainous areas of northern and northeast Africa, and the Middle East. [2] It was historically considered to be a subspecies of the Alpine ibex (C. ibex), but is now considered a …

Uqulqh is a large sandstone outcrop not far from the ancient city of Tayma. It features Arabian horses with tasseled tails that resemble those of donkeys or camels. The ibex is similar to the wild goat in terms of the shape of its head, body, and tail. …

2025年2月12日 · The Nubian Ibex is a keystone species essential for maintaining ecosystem balance in Yemen’s rugged, arid mountains. Symbolizing resilience and strength, the Nubian Ibex is deeply rooted in Yemeni folklore and cultural heritage.

The Nubian ibex was first described for western science in 1825. They were originally listed with the alpine ibex (Capra ibex). Following further research they were listed as their own species. In some areas they are known as the Arabian ibex. Ibex comes from a Latin term referring to a goat with large horns.

Capra nubiana, or the Nubian ibex, is the only ibex species adapted to life in hot, arid regions of the world. Capra nubiana was once widespread in the mountainous regions of northeastern Africa and the Middle East.

Nubian Ibex is a desert goat primarily found in the rugged mountains of the Nubian Desert region, spread across northeastern Sudan in Africa. Height: The goat tends to stand at a height of 2.1 to 2.6 ft. Weight: A full grown Nubian ibex weighs between 25 to 70kg.

The Nubian ibex (Capra nubiana) is a rare desert-dwelling goat species found in mountainous areas of Africa, and the Middle East. It was historically considered to be a subspecies of the Alpine ibex (C. ibex), but is now considered a distinct species.

The Nubian ibex is the only ibex adapted to life in hot, arid regions of the world. Their shiny coats reflect the harsh sunlight of northeastern Africa and Saudi Arabia. This coat is also waterproof for times of rain.

2024年5月7日 · Ibex-handled incense burner from southwestern Arabia, c. mid-1st millennium B.C.E. Ibex frequently associated with southern Arabian deities, specifically the god of the Sabaean people. Image credit: © The Metropolitan Museum of Art .

Fifteen extant ibex populations have so far been located in Saudi Arabia. The animals are largely concentrated in the mountains of the Arabian shield in the west of the country, with isolated groups located in the northern, north-central and central regions (Figure 1).