A black, stout goat just inches taller than the grass has become a local sensation. Nicknamed Karumbi, she holds the Guinness World Record as the shortest goat in the world at 40.5 cm. Her owner, Lenu Peter, is a mechanical instructor and farm owner.

The incident took place in Peermade village, in Idukki district, in southern India’s Kerala, on April 14.

Visuals show Lenu Peter is walking around with Karumbi and her baby goat, letting them eat leaves.


Speaking to Newslions, Lenu Peter and his son Chacko Peter stated that Karumbi was born four years ago, and although Canadian pygmy goats are typically small in stature, she remained exceptionally short even as she grew older.

It was during a visit from an American guest, who immediately noticed how unique she was, that the idea of applying for a Guinness World Record first emerged. The official process kicked off when the state’s Animal Husbandry Department recorded details such as Karumbi’s height, breed, and age. The formal application was submitted on January 18.

Following a detailed assessment, Guinness World Records officially named Karumbi the shortest living goat on March 22. She was also honored by the Universal Records Forum (URF). Recently, Lenu Peter received the Guinness certificate, making it a moment of immense pride for both his family and their farm.

According to Guinness World Records, Karumbi measures only 1 foot 3 inches (40.50 cm) in height at the fully matured age of four. She belongs to the Canadian pygmy breed, which is recognized for its compact build and a genetic form of dwarfism that limits leg growth to a maximum of 21 inches (53 cm).

Lenu’s sons, Thommi and Chacko, actively support him in managing the farm. Adding to the family’s joy, Karumbi gave birth to a kid not long ago. Both mother and baby are kept in a specially constructed iron enclosure near the family home. The farm is also home to 18 other goats of the same breed, in various sizes.

Lenu had initially purchased a pair of Canadian pygmy goats 15 years back. Today, his herd includes three males, five females, and twenty kids.