Get a Move on You Kids

Day 24 - Balonne Hwy, SWQ

Between Cunnamulla and St George, we came across quite a few feral goats.

We asked about them in one of the towns we stopped in and apparently they let the numbers build up for a while and then they round them up and do whatever they do with feral goats.

I got out of the car and tried stalking them a few times to get a good clear shot but they were way too smart for me.

[Jane Anderson]

Good to keep your distance--those are some serious horns!

[Connie Little]

Goat meat is quite popular. I notice man has left his litter behind there too.

[Taffy]

This is really a sweet looking family.

[Tony]

Great shot Terry. Surprised you got this close.

[Diana]

A fabulous shot of the mother, the little ones seemed a bit wary.

[Helen Sanderson]

Yes..we were told Terry that they were selling them for around $100 - $120 per live goat....which probably explains why we saw so few sheep and cattle. Has to be a pretty economic option - if you can catch them. They seemed flighty to us too. I am presuming they are for export for the meat trade...also here too, goat is more popular than ever and you see it on restaurant menus now.

[tony gig]

Wonderful capture.

[Peter]

What an interesting story and lovely shot Terry:)

[Joanna kate]

Attractive looking animals with that colouring

[sally agnew]

They are cute little kids :)

[Valerie Chesney]

Great detailed capture, lovely little kids,

[MB]

So typical - mom's trying to get somewhere and the kids are lagging behind. Great shot.

[Suzanne]

Oh so cute,

[Rachel]

Have a feast of goat curry? What would they do with feral goats?