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Male Spanish ibex (Capra pyrenaica) scenting air behind female with tongue, Sierra de Gredos

Male Spanish ibex (Capra pyrenaica) scenting air behind female with tongue, Sierra de Gredos


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Male Spanish ibex (Capra pyrenaica) scenting air behind female with tongue, Sierra de Gredos

Male Spanish ibex (Capra pyrenaica) scenting air behind female with tongue, Sierra de Gredos, Spain, November 2008. WWE OUTDOOR EXHIBITION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GREETING CARDS OR CALENDARS

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Artiodactyla Bovids Capra Pyrenaica Courtship Goats Male Female Pair Mating Behaviour Rocks Spain Staffan Widstrand Tongues Flehmen


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Love is in the Air - A Spanish Ibex's Unique Courtship Technique!

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. In this photo, we witness a male Spanish ibex wooing his potential mate with an extraordinary display of affection. With the stunning Sierra de Gredos as their backdrop, these majestic creatures engage in a dance of love and desire. As the female stands gracefully on rocky terrain, her suitor takes center stage behind her. But it's not just his striking presence that catches our attention; it's his peculiar method of seduction. With tongue outstretched and nostrils flared, he scents the air to capture every subtle fragrance that carries her essence. This intimate moment showcases the artiodactyla family at its finest – showcasing both courtship behavior and natural beauty. These bovids truly know how to make their intentions known! With Europe as their enchanting playground, these goats prove that romance knows no bounds. Their mating behavior is a testament to the wonders of nature and reminds us all that love can be found even amidst rugged landscapes. So let this image from Wild Wonders of Europe transport you into a world where tongues become tools for connection, rocks serve as stages for passion, and Spain becomes synonymous with untamed ardor. Let your imagination run wild with this breathtaking snapshot captured by Staffan Widstrand – an ode to vertebrates' unique ways of expressing affection!

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