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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - rams shoving and kicking one another in dominance display (this often leads to fighting / head butting) during fall rut - in Autumn snow - Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA _E7C2523
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep - rams shoving and kicking one another in dominance display (this often leads to fighting / head butting) during fall rut - in Autumn snow - Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA _E7C2523
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Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep. Rams shoving and kicking one another in dominance display (this often leads to fighting / head butting) during fall rut in Autumn snow
Rocky Mountains - Wyoming - USA
Ovis canadensis canadensis
Tom & Pat Leeson
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Ramming into Autumn - A Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep Showdown!
EDITORS COMMENTS
. In this epic wildlife snapshot, captured by the talented duo Tom and Pat Leeson, we witness a thrilling display of dominance among two majestic rams. As the snowflakes gently fall in the picturesque Rocky Mountains of Wyoming, these woolly warriors engage in a fierce battle for supremacy during the fall rut. With their magnificent horns locked together, they push and kick with all their might, showcasing their strength and determination. It's a clash that epitomizes communication through action - an intense dance of aggression and confrontation. The head-butting spectacle is not just about brute force; it symbolizes much more. It represents the struggle to establish hierarchy within their herd as well as securing mating rights with females. These adult males are willing to risk it all for dominance! Their hooves dig deep into the snowy terrain as they exchange blows, creating an awe-inspiring sight against nature's vibrant autumn backdrop. The sheer power emanating from these mountain bighorn sheep is truly remarkable. So next time you find yourself amidst Wyoming's breathtaking landscapes or simply gazing at this photograph print by Tom and Pat Leeson, let it serve as a reminder of nature's raw beauty and unyielding spirit!
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