How many mountain goats die in climbing accidents every year?

It's unknown but according to this article not enough to impact population and it may support theory of survival of fittest. “No one knows how many of the animals fall to their deaths. It's common sense that not many knock each other off cliffs, or too few would survive. read more

A study of rock climbing accidents, injuries, rescues, and fatalities over a 14-year period from 1998 to 2011 details the causes of climbing incidents. A study of rock climbing accidents, injuries, rescues, and fatalities over a 14-year period from 1998 to 2011 details the causes of climbing incidents. read more

There is no number. Its like we know that every year 5 goats get stuck/fall. But it does happen. I have lived in the Rockies most of my life (18/20 years) and did extensive googling about this question (can I have my degree now). Goats rarely fall or get stuck. read more

Some studies say more mountain goats die from falls than from any other way. The goats usually climb cliffs like shaggy, white, four-legged Spider-men. But sometimes, sometimes, one slips and falls, especially if young or old. read more