serow

Noun

serow (plural serows)

1. Any of several species of Asian ungulates of the genus Capricornis.
   • The peninsula is home to an estimated four hundred macaques, the world's most northerly colony of wild monkeys, and a growing population of red-haired, goat-like serow, both of which are a protected species.1999, Jan Dodd, Simon Richmond, The Rough Guide to Japan, page 265
   • The serow differs in being larger, at least 32 inches (81 cm) tall, whereas gorals are never more than 28 inches (71 cm). Serows are also distinguished in having small face glands that give out a duikerlike odor.2002, Maurice Burton, Robert Burton, International Wildlife Encyclopedia, page 2323