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Bighorn Sheep

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The bighorn sheep is a species of sheep in North America named for its large horns. These horns can weigh up to 30 lb, while the sheep themselves weigh up to 300 lb. Recent genetic testing indicates three distinct subspecies of "Ovis canadensis", one of which is endangered.

Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates
Species identified by travismorhardt
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Uploaded Apr 23, 2014.