Understanding Myotonic Goats

The video introduces the animals at a Petting Farm in Maui, focusing on myotonic goats, also known as fainting goats. These goats are native to North America and have a genetic condition that causes their muscles to lock up when startled, though they do not lose consciousness. This condition is temporary, and the goats quickly recover.

Where is the Petting Farm located?

• Kauai, Hawaii

• Maui, Hawaii

• Big Island, Hawaii

• Oahu, Hawaii

What is another name for myotonic goats?

• Fainting goats

• Mountain goats

• Dairy goats

• Pygmy goats

Which continent are fainting goats native to?

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

• North America

What happens to fainting goats when they are startled?

• They lose consciousness

• Their muscles lock up

• They become aggressive

• They run away

How long do the muscle lock-ups last in fainting goats?

• Half a day

• Several minutes

• A few moments

• An hour