Kiko

The Kiko goat is a New Zealand meat breed developed from feral does crossed with dairy and meat-type bucks, then selected hard for growth and survival under low-input conditions. The name is commonly linked with meat, but the breed's identity is broader than carcass yield alone: good does rear kids, browse actively, and maintain condition without constant pampering. Kikos may be white or colored depending on line and registry, so function matters more than one coat pattern.

Kikos suit producers who want meat goats that can work on pasture, brush, and rougher forage rather than only in barn-fed systems. They still need strong fences, parasite planning, adequate minerals, and enough feed during kidding or drought. Breeding programs often track weaning weights, doe productivity, feet, parasite resilience, and kid survival. Buyers should ask whether animals are registered, percentage, or commercial Kiko-influenced stock, since those categories can differ in predictability and price.

Colors: Belted, Black, Black and White, Brown, Brown and White, Buckskin, Chamoisee, Cou Blanc, Cou Clair, Cream, Cream White, Fawn, Gold, Mixed Colors with White Base, Moonspotted, Pinto, Pure White, Red, Red and White, Roan, Spotted, Spotted White and Black, Spotted White and Brown, Sundgau, Swiss Marked, Tan, White, White with Color Points