Sheep vs Goat: What's The Difference
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Despite being from the same family group, sheep and goat are very different animals.
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One of the most distinctive differences between sheep and goats is their coat type.
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Most sheep have thick wool coats and need to be sheared every year to prevent them from overheating during the summer months.
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Goats have hair on their bodies and don't need to be sheared.
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Sheep have tails that point down, whereas goats' tails point up. Goats have prominent beards on their chins, which sheep lack.
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Sheep have a distinct dividing groove in their upper lips, which is absent in goats.
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Sheep are grazers, preferring grass, while goats are browsers, seeking out leaves, twigs, and other tall plants.
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Sheep are quiet followers who stay in herds, whereas goats are more independent and curious, often straying from the group.
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