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cabra blanca

Scientific Name: Chionanthus ligustrinus

Family: Oleaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

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Cabra Blanca: A Look at the White Goat and Its Namesakes

The term "Cabra Blanca" (Spanish for "White Goat") appears in various contexts, referring to different breeds of goats, geographical features, and even commercial products like cheese.

Nomenclature and Taxonomy

  • Common Name: Cabra Blanca (White Goat)
  • Scientific Name: Oreamnos americanus (for the Rocky Mountain Goat, which is also called Cabra Blanca)
  • Breeds: Several breeds are known as Cabra Blanca, including:
    • Cabra Blanca Andaluza (also referred to as Cabra Blanca Serrana Andaluza)
    • Cabra Blanca de Rasquera

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Oreamnos americanus, or Rocky Mountain Goat, is native to the Rocky Mountains.
  • The Cabra Blanca Andaluza originates from Andalusia, Spain, particularly the mountainous regions.
  • The Cabra Blanca de Rasquera is found in the inland areas of the Ebro region in Catalonia, Spain.
  • The Torre de la Cabra Blanca is a mountain in Asturias, Spain.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • The Cabra Blanca Andaluza is characterized by its uniform white coat.
  • The Cabra Blanca de Rasquera is described as medium-sized, with a straight to subconvex fronto-nasal profile. Males typically weigh 65-70 kg with an average height of 77 cm at the withers. Females have an average height of 71.92 cm at the withers.