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Average Size: 75-80cm (30-31in) and weighs 50-55kg (110-121lbs)
Average Lifespan: 18-20 years.
Range/ Distribution Map
Habitat Description: Mountainous and rocky terrain in Europe. They namely are in Romania, Italy, Switzerland, Austria and parts of Turkey.
Behavior/Diet: Herbivore, grass, leaves, shrubs, females are sociable living in herds while the male remains solitary until mating season.
Conservation Status: Listed as a least concern with their main threats being habitat loss and hunting.
Despite that they are not threatened or endangered Europeon laws has the Chamois under protection.