Bighorn Sheep on the Rocks is a photograph by Susan Rissi Tregoning which was uploaded on March 6th, 2024.
Bighorn Sheep on the Rocks
A pair of bighorn sheep, an ewe, and her lamb stand on a rocky outcrop with snow and grass patches at Whiskey Basin Wildlife Habitat Management Area... more
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Bighorn Sheep on the Rocks
Artist
Susan Rissi Tregoning
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
A pair of bighorn sheep, an ewe, and her lamb stand on a rocky outcrop with snow and grass patches at Whiskey Basin Wildlife Habitat Management Area near Dubois, Wyoming. Their sturdy build and thick coats indicate that they are well-adapted to the rugged mountain environment.
The Whiskey Mountains are home to one of the largest wintering herds of Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. They spend the winter season at the Whiskey Basin Wildlife Habitat Management Area near Dubois, Wyoming.
Snow in the upper elevations is needed to force the Bighorn Sheep off the mountain into the lower elevations. Although the Rams come down in the morning to graze, they are not as deterred by the snow. They usually return to the mountainside out of sight with the bachelor herd, while the Ewe, Juvenile, and Lambs remain in the valley foraging throughout the day. I am eager to witness the majestic Rams during an early morning visit, but unfavorable weather conditions have thwarted my plans thus far.
To see these majestic creatures up close, visit the National Bighorn Sheep Center in town for a guided tour or grab a map highlighting their favorite spots.
Copyright 2024 Susan Rissi Tregoning
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March 6th, 2024
