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Pronghorn Antelope
Antilocapra americana
41.2767, -109.236
Field Notes
Description:
These pronghorns were seen near a secluded highway, sheltering from high winds behind a snow fence in the late afternoon. They became alarmed when they heard our car (we didn't come to a stop) and ran a short distance away, albeit very quickly. There were initially three individuals, then a fourth joined then from behind a hill; all individuals were males. Younger male pronghorns form bachelor bands during the summer.
Habitat:
Elevated grasslands in southern Wyoming near a highway and overlooking a valley.
Notes:
Pronghorns are often called "antelopes," but they aren't actually true antelopes as these only exist in Eurasia (Old World).
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