While populations of North American bighorns have rebounded thanks to efforts by groups like the Wild Sheep Foundation , many species face threats from habitat loss and diseases transmitted by domestic livestock. The Argali , in particular, is considered endangered in parts of its range due to poaching for its trophy horns.
( Ovis dalli ): Known for their stunning white coats, these inhabit the subarctic mountain ranges of Alaska and northwest Canada. wild sheep
Wild sheep are primarily found across the Northern Hemisphere, spanning North America, Europe, and Asia. While populations of North American bighorns have rebounded
( Ovis canadensis ): North America's most iconic wild sheep, found from Canada down to Mexico. They are known for their massive, curved horns that can weigh as much as all the other bones in their body combined. Wild sheep are primarily found across the Northern
: You can estimate a wild sheep's age by counting the rings on its horns, much like a tree. These rings form annually during the winter when horn growth slows down.