Why are demons and the devil depicted with goat-like features?

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I know that back in the day, goats were said to whisper lewd things into the ears of priests (because goats are a naturally horny animal and often blabber to attract ladies). But whenever I see depictions of the devil or demons, they usually have cloven hooves or a goats head?
Does anyone know why this is or where it comes from?

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It also comes from the Pagan/Wiccan god who sometimes is known as The Horned God or Great Father. When Christianity came into power they basically vilified the god and used his imagery to depict their demons and devils.

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