A desert big horned ram begins a jump down a steep incline on red slickrock.© MelaniWright/Shutterstock.com It’s no surprise that a state as unique and fascinating ...

Nevada designated the desert bighorn sheep as its state animal in 1973, citing its toughness and ability to survive extreme desert conditions. After dropping to about 2,000 animals in the 1960s, ...

Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep have found a haven from predators at the Morenci copper mine in Arizona. State wildlife managers are relocating the sheep to prevent overpopulation and potential accidents ...