Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep

Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep are large wild sheep native to North America's mountainous regions. Recognizable by their impressive curved horns, males (rams) use them for fighting and establishing dominance. They are skilled climbers, capable of navigating steep, rocky terrain to find food and avoid predators. These social animals live in herds and primarily graze on grasses, shrubs, and herbs. Adapted to cold, rugged environments, they play a vital role in their ecosystems as grazers and prey species. Conservation efforts have helped protect them from threats like overhunting and habitat loss, ensuring their populations remain stable.