Maraz goat

Merez goat or Markhoz goat is a breed of goat indigenous to Kurdistan that are known as a multipurpose livestock and especially famous for their high quality fiber.

History

The history of goat domestication in Mesopotamia dates back to 9000 BC. Maraz goat has been long used as for its milk, meat and most importantly high quality fiber known as mohair. The goat has been for long known and domesticated in Mesopotamia and has the furthest genetic distance to other breeds of goats.

Appearances

Maraz goats are agile and have small bodies. They have different colors such as white, black and different shades of brown and grey.

Fiber

The body of maraz goat is covered with wool-like curly mohair that is often used for weaving fabrics used in Kurdish clothing. The fiber is especially used in men's clothing for making Şal û Şepik and Rank û Çoxe, which consists of a coat and pants worn by men.