April 9, 2016

Give Me a Kiss

bighorn sheep, bighorn sheep photos, bighorn sheep images, National Elk Refuge
April 9, 2016
Give Me a Kiss

Species: Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis) | Location: National Elk Refuge, USA

A bighorn sheep walks towards the camera demonstrating the flehmen response, a technique used to detect strong scents in the air, such as those from the hormones of females.

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Dawn Wilson is a professional and award-winning wildlife photographer who specializes in the wildlife of high altitudes and high latitudes.

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