Domestic Goat (Capra hircus) is in the Bovids family (Bovidae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,002 research-grade observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Seasonal pattern in the national data: year-round resident. Counts also reflect when people are out photographing, so compare months within a state rather than across states.
When to photograph Domestic Goat: observations by month (U.S.)
About Domestic Goat
The domestic goat (Capra aegagrus hircus) is a subspecies of goat domesticated from the wild goat of southwest Asia and Eastern Europe.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Domestic Goat by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawaii | 824 | May | Apr–Mar |
| Texas | 50 | April | Jan–Jun |
| California | 28 | May | Mar–May |
| Alabama | 10 | July | Jul–Oct |
| Arizona | 9 | July | Jul–Sep |
| West Virginia | 8 | June | Jun–Jun |
| Maryland | 7 | April | Apr–Apr |
| Florida | 6 | October | Oct–Oct |
| North Carolina | 6 | August | May–Aug |
| Oregon | 6 | May | May–May |
| Colorado | 5 | February | Feb–Apr |
| Washington | 5 | August | Aug–Aug |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related mammals (Bovids)
Photography tips
- Keep a legal and safe distance: 100 yards from bears and wolves and 25 yards from other large animals in national parks.
- Dawn and dusk are peak activity times for most mammals.
- Use your car as a blind on wildlife drives.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Domestic Goat?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from April to March.
Where is Domestic Goat most often seen?
The most observations come from Hawaii, Texas, California.