BALEAREAN BOC​

BALEAREAN BOC (Capra aegagrus [hircus] ssp.)

DISTRIBUTION:

The Balearean Boc is a wild goat introduced in Palma de Mallorca island more than 5000 years ago, coming from Asia. Only found in Mallorca, this population lives in the Tramuntana mountains, a range situated in the north of the island.

DESCRIPTION:

The males weigh 45 – 60 kg and a shoulder-height of 71 cm, the females are slightly smaller. The general colour of this coat is red-browsed with a characteristic black stripe running along its back down, and down its shoulders. The face is also black.

SEASON:

All year around

RUT:

October and November.