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Bighorn Sheep

Ovis canadensis

Description:

Bighorns are named for the rams' large, curling horns. They are brownish tan with a tan/white rump. The males may weigh up to 143 kg (300 pounds). Ewes are considerably smaller and while having horns as well, their horns are shorter, more slender, and tend not to curve as much.

Habitat:

High rocky cliffs and alpine meadows.

Notes:

This lamb and its band was feeding along the edge of the road in Badlands National Park. I parked the car and this lamb fed right past the car while I snapped this photograph. If you look closely, you can see my car being reflected in its eye.

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Gordon Dietzman
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Gordon Dietzman

South Dakota, USA

Spotted on Mar 3, 2009
Submitted on Feb 1, 2012

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