Goat (Domestic)

Scientific Family: Bovidae

Stories Featuring This Animal
  • Why the Leopard does not eat the Goat
  • The Lion's Share
  • Anansi and the Dueling Cloaks
  • The Hyena's Disguise
  • The Tortoise's Judgment
  • The Leopard and the First Lie
  • The Crocodile and the Water Spirits
  • The Goat Who Knew the Secret Name of God
  • The Jackal's Deception
  • The Goat and the Leopard's Visit
  • The Hare and the Crocodile's Rock
  • The Lion Who Was a Chief
  • The Goat, the Sheep, and the King's Yam
  • The Lion Who Forgot His Roar
  • The Dog, the Goat, and the Farmer's Fire
  • How the Samburu Got the Camel
  • The Baboons Who Stole Milk
  • The Dog, the Leopard, and the Great Famine
Common Themes
  • Deception and Consequences 2
  • Pride and ingratitude 2
  • Deception and its consequences 2
  • Trickery and deception 1
  • Understanding and appreciating one's role 1
  • Greed and Trickery 1
  • Brains over brawn 1
  • Greed and Cunning 1
  • Envy and contentment 1
  • Cleverness and problem-solving 1
  • Intelligence and cooperation overcoming brute strength 1
  • Wisdom and Pride 1
  • Deception and Temptation 1
  • Cunning and wisdom 1
  • Deceit and Consequences 1
Cultural Groups
  • Akan 4
  • Yoruba 3
  • Igbo 2
  • Samburu 2
  • Bahaya 1
  • Aja 1
  • Dogon 1
  • Fulani 1
  • Hausa 1
  • Shona 1
  • Zaramo 1