what type of animal is an ibex

An ibex is a type of wild goat that lives in the mountains of Europe, Asia, and northeastern Africa. There are several species of ibex, including the European, or Alpine, ibex, the Siberian, or Asiatic, ibex, and the Nubian ibex. Ibex are distinguished by the males large recurved horns, which are transversely ridged in front. They have cloven hooves and are herbivores, eating vegetation such as shrubs, bushes, and grasses. Males typically have beards and both male and female ibex have very long horns, which are used for territorial defense and sexual selection. Ibex are related to antelopes, buffalo, bison, cattle, goats, and sheep.