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Charge Female Bighorn Sheep seen in Jasper National Park. Bighorn sheep,Ovis canadensis Click/tap to enlarge

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Female Bighorn Sheep seen in Jasper National Park.

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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
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Uploaded Jan 18, 2015. Captured Aug 10, 2014 10:32.
  • Canon EOS REBEL T3
  • f/6.3
  • 1/320s
  • ISO100
  • 135mm