Chyangra
The Chyangra is a Himalayan goat from Nepal and neighboring high-altitude areas, closely associated with pashmina or fine cashmere-type fiber. It is adapted to cold, dry mountain conditions, seasonal movement, and sparse alpine or trans-Himalayan grazing. Chyangra goats are usually valued for their soft undercoat, meat, and role in mountain livelihoods. Their identity is tied to altitude and traditional herding, not only to a fleece sample removed from context.
Management must respect the mountain system that produced the breed. Chyangra goats need winter survival planning, protection during kidding, access to appropriate grazing, and handling that allows fiber harvest without damaging the animal or the coat. Nutrition affects both body condition and fiber quality, while overstocking can harm fragile rangeland. Breeders and fiber buyers should track herd origin, fiber fineness, staple, color, and animal welfare. Conservation efforts work best when they support the herders who maintain the goats in their native landscape.
Colors: Belted, Black, Black and White, Brown, Brown and White, Buckskin, Chamoisee, Cou Blanc, Cou Clair, Cream, Fawn, Gold, Moonspotted, Pinto, Red, Red and White, Roan, Spotted, Sundgau, Swiss Marked, Tan, White
