noun
- A small wild goat found in the Pyrenees, with short curved horns and a stocky build.
Usage: Also called Pyrenean ibex or chamois-like animal.; Regional/specialized term.
Examples
- The izard is native to the mountainous regions of the Pyrenees.
- Hikers in the Pyrenees may spot an izard grazing on rocky slopes.
- The izard's curved horns help it navigate steep terrain.
- Conservation efforts have helped protect the izard population in recent decades.