chamois

chamois

The chamois inhabits mountain forests, steep slopes with rocks, mountain pine regions and scree slopes above the tree line. There she can be found in packs, which are usually led by an old goat. The horns are never shed, but grow throughout life. After 5 years, however, only 1 to 2 mm per year. The coat is short and smooth in summer, but long, dense and dark to black in winter. In the large outdoor enclosure in Steinwasen Park, you can observe the chamois in their natural environment.