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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - rams fighting / head butting during fall rut - in Autumn snow - Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA _E7C2758
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - rams fighting / head butting during fall rut - in Autumn snow - Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA _E7C2758
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. Rams fighting / head butting during fall rut in Autumn snow
Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA
Ovis canadensis canadensis
Tom & Pat Leeson
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Adults Aggression Big Horn Sheep Bighorn Sheep Confrontation Display Displaying Dominance Fight Fighting Head But Head Butting Hoof Hoofed Hooves Horn Horns Kick Kicking Males Mountain Big Horn Sheep Mountain Bighorn Sheep Rams Rocky Mountain Rocky Mountains Rutting Sheep Wool
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Snowy Showdown - Rocky Mountain Bighorn Rams Battle for Dominance in Autumn Rut
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this print by Tom and Pat Leeson, the rugged beauty of the Rocky Mountains serves as a dramatic backdrop to an epic clash between two majestic Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. As the autumn snow blankets their habitat in Wyoming, USA, these powerful rams engage in a head-butting contest that showcases their strength and determination. With horns locked and hooves firmly planted on the rocky terrain, these bighorns communicate through action - each jostling for dominance during the intense fall rut. The display of aggression and confrontation is both awe-inspiring and comical, as if they're engaged in a high-stakes wrestling match. Their thick woolly coats provide insulation against the chilly mountain air while adding an extra layer of visual appeal to this extraordinary wildlife spectacle. These adult males, known as rams, demonstrate their prowess with every kick and headbutt exchanged. Capturing such raw moments of nature's grandeur reminds us of America's rich biodiversity found within its own borders. This photograph encapsulates not only the natural wonders of Wyoming but also symbolizes resilience and survival in challenging environments. So hang up this stunning print proudly on your wall – it’s sure to spark conversations about wildlife encounters, untamed habitats, and perhaps even inspire you to embark on your own adventure into nature's wild embrace!
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