Ibex goats climb sheer dam walls
Alpine ibex goats astound by scaling near-vertical dam walls, using specialized hooves for grip on impossibly smooth surfaces to access vital minerals.
Alpine ibex, wild goats from the European Alps, scale near-vertical dam walls with surprising ease. Their specialized hooves feature a hard outer edge and a soft, rubbery inner pad, providing exceptional grip on even smooth surfaces. This adaptation allows them to navigate challenging terrain, both natural and man-made.
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