The Markhor, Also Known As The Horn Goat, In The Moscow Zoo. Royalty-Free Stock Photo

The markhor, also known as the horn goat, is a large species of wild goat that is found in mountainous regions of central Asia. The markhor is the national animal of Pakistan. The colloquial name is thought by some to be derived from the Persian word mar, meaning snake, and khor, meaning `eater`. According to folklore, the markhor has the ability to kill a snake. The markhor in the Moscow zoo lives in a spacious enclosure, imitating its native environment, so it feels itself really great.