Angora goat - Wikipedia
The Angora or Ankara [a] is a Turkish breed of domesticated goat. It produces the lustrous fibre known as mohair. It is widespread in many countries of the world. Many breeds derive from it, among them the Indian Mohair, the Soviet Mohair, the Angora-Don of the Russian Federation and the Pygora in the United States. [4]: 358
Mohair - Wikipedia
Mohair (pronounced / ˈ m oʊ h ɛər /) originated from the Arabic word [مهير] and it is a fabric or yarn made from the hair of the Angora goat (not Angora wool from the fur of the Angora rabbit).
Raising Mohair Goat Breeds for Fiber
2022年5月21日 · Learn about the different mohair goat breeds for fiber, discover the different grades of wool, and how to care for your fluffy herd.
AN INTRODUCTION TO THE ANGORA GOAT AND MOHAIR - American Angora Goat
2024年7月1日 · The Angora goat is raised primarily for the production of mohair, a specialty natural fiber. They have been raised in many parts of the USA, but due to climatic conditions and fluctuating mohair prices, over 90% of USA mohair in recent years has been produced in Texas under range conditions.
Raising Angora Goats for Soft and Sustainable Mohair Fiber
2023年9月6日 · The mohair that Angora goats produce is lustrous with loose crimp, and takes color dye easily. The finest fiber comes from yearling kids, with the mohair growing coarser as the animal ages. The diameter of mohair ranges from between 20 and 40 microns (microns is how fineness in fiber is measured).
Mohair | Animal Fibre, Textile Yarn & Clothing Fabric | Britannica
Mohair, animal-hair fibre obtained from the Angora goat and a significant so-called specialty hair fibre. The word mohair is derived from the Arabic mukhayyar (“goat’s hair fabric”), which became mockaire in medieval times. Mohair is one of the oldest textile …
Breed Profile: Angora Goats - Goat Journal
2021年11月15日 · Angora goats are fiber goats originating in Turkey that produce mohair wool. They are great browsers, but need extra nutrition and care.
What Is Mohair? Here's Everything You Need to Know | PETA
Mohair is taken from angora goats. Maybe you’ve heard of angora before, but if you see the word “angora” (or “angora wool”) on a clothing tag, don’t confuse that with mohair. Angora wool is an entirely different material that’s violently obtained from rabbits.
Angora Goats | Oklahoma State University
The most valuable characteristic of the Angora as compared to other goats is the value of the mohair that is clipped. The average goat in the U.S. shears approximately 5.3 pounds of mohair per shearing and are usually sheared twice a year.
British Angora Goat Society
Welcome to the British Angora Goat Society and British Mohair Marketing. Championing health & welfare, pedigree stock registration and Mohair fleece advice. Learn More.