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Myotonic goats have a wide body and a heavier mass. [13] The muscle condition of the myotonic goats usually leads to an increased muscle mass with a broader build. [13] Slightly smaller than standard breeds of the goat, fainting goats are generally 43 cm (17 in) to 64 cm (25 in) tall and can weigh anywhere from 27 kg (60 lb) to 79 kg (174 lb).
Myotonia congenita is a congenital neuromuscular channelopathy that affects skeletal muscles (muscles used for movement). It is a genetic disorder.The hallmark of the disease is the failure of initiated contraction to terminate, often referred to as delayed relaxation of the muscles and rigidity. [1]
Fainting; a transient loss of consciousness and postural tone, characterized by rapid onset, short duration, and spontaneous recovery. [18] Feather pecking; one bird repeatedly pecking or pulling at the feathers of another. [19]
The goats at the beginning and end of the video hardly look or act the same! Related: Animal Rescuer Shows Off 'World's Smallest Goat Babies' and the Cuteness Is Too Much
Researchers knew the relocated mountain goats would have a tough first winter and expected some to die. They now suspect that the effects of climate change have taken a toll on mountain goat ...
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An episode of "MythBusters" suggested, quite plausibly, that fainting goats were bred to help protecting flocks of sheep. The idea was that if a predator attacked the flock, a single fainting goat in amongst them would 'faint' and become an easy target for the predator, giving the sheep a chance to run away. Might be worth adding to the article?
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