Serows are smaller than takins but significantly larger than gorals. Golden takins communicate using a variety of body postures. It houses takins and the zoo's bison, and an onager. Split hooves help takins move around easily in their rocky habitat. Streaks of this oily stuff can be seen where takins rub. Golden takins typically eat in the early morning and again in the late afternoon. Takins can also make an intimidating roar or bellow. Normally solitary, bull takins meet up with herds for a short time during the rut. As cooler weather approaches and food becomes scarce, the takins move down to forested valleys. When it comes to food, takins eat almost any vegetation within reach. Without this adaptation, takins would lose a large amount of body heat just by breathing.