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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - males smelling / scenting female. Jasper National Park - Rocky Mountains - Alberta - Canada
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - males smelling / scenting female. Jasper National Park - Rocky Mountains - Alberta - Canada
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - males smelling / scenting female
Jasper National Park - Rocky Mountains - Alberta - Canada
Ovis canadensis canadensis
M. Watson
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Courtship Rockies Scenting Sheep Smelling Sniffing Wild Sheep
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In this photograph, two Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep engage in a crucial moment of courtship in the pristine wilderness of Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. The Rocky Mountains serve as a breathtaking backdrop to this scene, with their rugged peaks and verdant slopes providing an idyllic habitat for these majestic creatures. The larger male sheep, with its impressive curved horns and powerful build, leans in closer to the smaller female, inquiringly sniffing her face. This behavior is a significant part of the sheep's mating ritual, as they use their highly sensitive noses to assess the readiness and receptivity of the females. The females, in turn, evaluate the males based on their size, strength, and dominance. The Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, scientifically known as Ovis canadensis canadensis, are native to the North American Rocky Mountains and are an essential component of the region's diverse and thriving ecosystem. Their populations have been steadily increasing in recent years, thanks to conservation efforts and the protection of their habitats. This evocative image, captured by the skilled lens of M. Watson from Ardea Wildlife, offers a rare glimpse into the intimate world of these magnificent creatures. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of preserving their natural habitats and allowing them to thrive in their native environments.
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