( Ovis dalli ): Known for their stunning white coats, these inhabit the subarctic mountain ranges of Alaska and northwest Canada.
( Ovis orientalis ): Native to the Caspian region and Europe, these are thought to be the direct ancestors of modern domestic sheep. Key Physical Adaptations wild sheep
( Ovis ammon ): The world's largest wild sheep, native to the highlands of Central Asia. A single ram can weigh over 350 kg (785 lbs) and carry horns nearly 6 feet long. ( Ovis dalli ): Known for their stunning
: You can estimate a wild sheep's age by counting the rings on its horns, much like a tree. These rings form annually during the winter when horn growth slows down. A single ram can weigh over 350 kg
While populations of North American bighorns have rebounded thanks to efforts by groups like the Wild Sheep Foundation , many species face threats from habitat loss and diseases transmitted by domestic livestock. The Argali , in particular, is considered endangered in parts of its range due to poaching for its trophy horns.