Goats are pretty weird. From the nightmare-fuel Damascus goats to their strange rectangular pupils , it’s no wonder they’re linked to mythical demons like Krampus . But their theatrical flair doesn’t stop with their dramatic visage; one particular breed will stiffen up and faint at even the slightest startle. The rest of this article is behind a paywall. Please sign in or subscribe to access the full content.

These myotonic goats, also known as the Tennessee fainting goat or wooden-leg goat, are an American breed characterized by having the hereditary condition myotonia congenita . This condition is not specific to just goats but can be seen in several different species, including humans. It’s an inherited neuromuscular disorder that affects the electrical processes that regulate

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