Male goats use their beards as a tool to woo the best lady goat. To sweep female goats off their feet, they constantly lick their beard to keep it looking fresh and appealing. Goats often have their beards coupled with a pair of wattles. Beards are not considered the indicator of a goat's gender.

What is the purpose of goatee?

Like a beard, a goatee can add strength to a weak chin. It can also help define a round or less than sculpted face. As you would expect, pale complexions and dark facial hair result in a more dramatic look.

Do female goats have goatees?

Beard and Horn Confusion

Male goats have beards on their chins, but females can also grow goatees. The beard on a buck will grow longer and thicker than that of the doe. Male and female goats both have hollow horns.