Portrait of a Bighorn Ram

While watching some bighorn rams in Yellowstone National Park, this ram approached the area I was crouched in to a distance that made even myself uncomfortable. Likely, this mature ram would not show any aggression towards me, but he is wild and unpredictable. I was waiting by the Yellowstone River for the rams to come down for a drink or eat grass by along the river bank when he walked up and starting browsing at a distance of only 4 or 5 meters! He was even kind enough to pose for me.

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Ferdy Christant

Lion

I can imagine you freaking out. There's something both kind and devilish in those square eyes! Posted 10 years ago
1. travismorhardt
  
  Lion
  
  They are really a pretty docile animal. And, being in the park, they are pretty used to people. But they are wild animals and you never know when one will decided when you've gone too far. I do love their eyes, they have a very unique beauty. Posted 10 years ago

Living Wild

Lion

I think these animals are just stunning, alongside with all their other cousins (Dall or Doll ? / Desert sheep etc.). These have adapted to their surroundings so well. Great shot, love the colors. Posted 10 years ago
1. travismorhardt
  
  Lion
  
  Thank you! These sheep really are stunning creatures and in a class of their own. All of the species and subspecies are really well-adapted to their own environments and are really fun to observe. Posted 10 years ago

SaraBethWilliamson

Giant Tortoise

This picture is simply amazing!! I'm jealous, yet ok that they came so close to you for some shots. Such a good day :) Posted 10 years ago
1. travismorhardt
  
  Lion
  
  Thank you so much! In the end, it all worked out well for everyone. It was a great day in the park :) Posted 10 years ago

SaraBethWilliamson

Giant Tortoise

This picture is simply amazing!! I'm jealous, yet ok that they came so close to you for some shots. Such a good day :) Posted 10 years ago

The Bighorn sheep

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.

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Similar species: Even-toed Ungulates

Species identified by travismorhardt