Table 1. Comparison of vertebral formulas of gorals and three types of ruminants.
| Variables | Long-tailed goral (Naemorhedus caudatus) | Sheep (Ovis aries) | Goat (Capra hircus) | Cow (Bos indicus) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Study | Present study | Dyce et al., 2009 [21] | ||
| Cervical vertebrae | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Thoracic vertebrae | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 |
| Lumbar vertebrae | 6 | 6–7 | 6–7 | 6 |
| Sacral vertebrae (Sacrum) | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Caudal vertebrae | 11–16 | 16–18 | 16–18 | 18–20 |