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Ammotragus

Ammotragus

9.9
A wild sheep from North Africa with curved horns that lives on dry rocky land
  • noun
  • /ˌæməˈtræɡəs/
  • Specialized
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  • The Ammotragus genus includes the Barbary sheep, found in North African mountains.

Examples

  • Members of Ammotragus have distinctive horns and are well adapted to arid environments.

  • Researchers studied the behavioral patterns of Ammotragus in their natural habitat.

  • The Ammotragus species are well adapted to arid climates.

  • Did you know that the Ammotragus can survive without water for long periods?

  • Members of Ammotragus have distinctive curved horns and thrive in dry, rocky environments.

  • The Ammotragus includes the Barbary sheep, which roams the mountains of North Africa.

  • Researchers observed Ammotragus species to understand their adaptations to arid climates.

Surface Forms

Ammotragus singular
Ammotragus plural

Etymology

Ammotragus comes from the Greek words ammos 'sand' and tragos 'goat'. So the name helps you remember that this is a goat-like sheep adapted to dry, rocky places, which explains its strong, curved horns and life in sandy mountains.