Least Concern (varies by population)
Ram (Bighorn Sheep)
Ovis canadensis
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About
The bighorn sheep ram is known for its massive, curved horns. Males engage in spectacular head-butting contests during the breeding season to establish dominance.
Habitat
Mountains and rocky areas of North America
Diet
Herbivorous - grasses, sedges, and shrubs
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Fun Facts
- Bighorn sheep rams can weigh over 300 pounds (136 kg).
- Their horns can weigh up to 30 pounds (14 kg) each.
- During head-butting contests, rams can collide at speeds of up to 20 mph (32 km/h).
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern (varies by population)
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