Mountain Goat

by Jon Burch Photography

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Mountain Goat

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Jon Burch Photography

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Photograph - Digital Photography

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A mountain goat is seen resting on a rocky terrain, its coat blending with the earthy surroundings. The animal's curved horns and alert expression suggest it is well-adapted to its environment.

The bighorn sheep (Ovis canadensis) is a species of sheep native to North America named for its large horns. A pair of horns might weigh up to 30 pounds while the sheep may weigh up to 300 pounds. Genetic testing indicates three distinct subspecies of Ovis canadensis, one of which is endangered.

Wild sheep originally crossed to North America over the Bering land bridge from Siberia; the population in North America peaked in the millions, and the bighorn sheep entered into the mythology of Native Americans. By 1900, the population had crashed to several thousand, due to diseases introduced through European livestock and over hunting. This image made in the Denver, Colorado zoo…

Some digital effects were applied to the original image after the photograph was made. No electrons were harmed during the transition.

Image copyright 2025 Jon Burch Photography

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March 5th, 2025

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