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Big Horned Sheep

Ovis canadensis

Photo by CynthiaMHori
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Description:

Bighorn Sheep are named for the large, curved horns borne by the rams (males). Ewes (females) also have horns, but they are shorter with less curvature. They range in color from light brown to grayish or dark, chocolate brown, with a white rump and lining on the back of all four legs. Males typically weigh 127–316 pounds (58–143 kg), Females are typically 75–188 pounds (34–85 kg).

Habitat:

The Mountain West. Graze on grasses

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PublishedFebruary 18, 2011

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