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Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming

Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming

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Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming — Quick Overview

There are 1,073 recorded sightings of Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming, with 120 observations documented in the past 12 months. Local sightings are most frequently reported in May through August.

When to See Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming

Most often reported in May through August.

Monthly sightings distribution for Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming
MonthRecorded SightingsPeak Month
January55No
February62No
March47No
April68No
May204Yes
June169Yes
July111Yes
August93Yes
September123No
October49No
November0No
December0No

Compared With Other Regions

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A burly sheep in tawny brown with a pale rump and muzzle. Rams carry massive, tightly curled horns, while ewes wear short, slim, gently curved ones. It scales cliffs and steep rock in mountains and desert ranges from the Rockies to the Southwest, grazing on grasses and sedges. Visit in autumn to hear the crack of rams charging and colliding head-on, or check mineral licks and road cuts at dawn.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the best time to see a Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming?

Bighorn Sheep is most often reported in Wyoming in May through August, based on GBIF records. Reports partly reflect when more people are outdoors, so sightings in other months are possible.

Where can I see a Bighorn Sheep in Wyoming?

There are 1,073 documented Bighorn Sheep records in Wyoming. Parks, refuges and protected areas with suitable habitat are the best places to start; the charts above show when it's reported most.

How can I find Bighorn Sheep sightings near me in Wyoming?

Use the WildMap app on iOS to see recent reports within 100 km from the past 7 days for free (WildMap Pro: 200 km and 30 days), and turn on alerts for sightings near you in Wyoming.