2007-03-18 06:30:07 · 3 answers · asked by ? 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Zoology
It belongs to the Caprinae subfamily, being more closely related to goats than to oxen, but is in its own genus, Ovibos. Both sexes have long curved horns. Muskoxen are usually around 2.5 m (8.2 ft) long and 1.4 m (4.6) high at the shoulder. Adults usually weigh at least 200 kg (440 lb) and can exceed 400 kg (880 lb). Their coat, a mix of black, gray, and brown, includes long guard hairs that reach almost to the ground.
2007-03-18 06:51:28 · answer #1 · answered by Carrie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The closest living relative of the muskox is the takin, a large goat-like animal which is found in the Himalayas. Muskoxen as a species have changed little since the ice age and are perfectly adapted to live in their harsh arctic environment.
2007-03-18 08:42:51 · answer #2 · answered by Mystic Magic 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Goats!! Very good question, not cattle or bison as much!!
Edit: It's not even technically an ox at all despite the name like the Cambodian Forest Ox, which is an ox but not as closely related as is the goat!
2007-03-18 06:35:09 · answer #3 · answered by Professor Armitage 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋