The Siberian Ibex, also known as Himalayan Ibex or Asiatic Ibex, is a large wild goat species found in the mountainous regions of Central Asia, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and India. It typically inhabits rugged, rocky terrain at elevations ranging from 2,000 to 4,000 meters, including alpine meadows, cliffs, and slopes.

The Siberian Ibex is a sturdy and muscular animal with a long, thick coat that helps it survive in harsh, cold environments. Males are larger than females, with males weighing between 60–100 kg and females around 30–50 kg. The most striking feature of the Siberian Ibex is its long, curved horns, which can grow up to 1.5 meters in males, and are slightly smaller in females. These horns are used for dominance displays and during mating competitions. The body length of the Siberian Ibex ranges from 140–160 cm, with a shoulder height of 80–100 cm.

Siberian Ibexes are herbivores, feeding on grasses, shrubs, and herbs, and are well-adapted to navigating their steep, rocky environments. They are agile climbers and are capable of scaling near-vertical cliffs in search of food and shelter. During the winter, they are often found at lower altitudes, but in the summer, they migrate to higher, cooler areas. They are social animals and usually form small herds, though males tend to be more solitary, especially outside the breeding season.

IUCN Status: Near Threatened

IWLPA: Schedule I

CITES: Not Defined