🐏 Spotting Bighorn Sheep in Zion One of Zion National Park’s most iconic residents isn’t on a trail map — it’s the desert bighorn sheep. With their massive curved horns and sure-footed agility, these animals have been navigating Zion’s cliffs for thousands of years. The best chances to see them? • E-biking along the Main Canyon: Glide quietly along the bike path and keep your eyes on the red-rock slopes. Bighorns often graze or rest on ledges that are visible from the canyon floor. • Driving th

12K views · 440 reactions | Desert bighorn sheep are rutting in southern Utah. They are really putting on a show! | Utah Division of Wildlife Resources | Facebook

The bighorn sheep rut (mating season) is nearly here. During the rut, which typically spans from mid-to-late November through January, rams (males) will battle for ewes (females) and, well, ram each other headlong in a display of dominance. When they do this, they can crash into each other at speeds of up to 40 mph and the crack of their head-on-head collision can sometimes be heard up to one mile away! Always remember to observe wildlife from a safe distance to keep yourself and animals safe. |

The Bighorn sheep rut, or mating season, occurs every fall. Male sheep, or rams, establish dominance hierarchies amongst themselves through fierce head-butting competitions. Rams then seek herds of ewes, or female sheep, where they engage in courtship displays. Unlike elk, Bighorn males do not tend to a single harem--instead, they move between herds finding the most estrous ewes. Spend a Minute Out In It with this herd of Bighorn, as they feed together on the rim of the Canyon on a crisp fall mo

Take a drive, press play and take in all that Bighorn Sheep Canyon has to offer! This guided GPS audio tour takes you through one of Colorado’s most scenic and unique drives where you can marvel at the beautiful landscapes. The tour is available through the free TravelStorys app. Learn more here: https://royalgorgeregion.com/bighorn-sheep-canyon-audio-tour/ | Royal Gorge Colorado | Facebook