Desert Bighorn Sheep -- Rams

I have spent quite a lot of time over the years looking for, finding, and photographing large mammals. For the hoofed mammals, that includes Caribou, Elk, Moose, White Tailed Deer, Black Tailed Deer, Mule Deer, Coues Deer, Rocky Mountain Bighorn Sheep, California Bighorn Sheep, and Desert Bighorn Sheep. (Oh, and throw in some Javelinas as well).

Sometimes it feels like the most difficult task is trying to decide which are the "5" Star Photos once I get home. I like this particular photo  -- partly because I had to "work" to get into position for an "eye-level" shot. But also, because of the magnificence of the Ram and his regal stance.

This photo was taken in the Trigo Mountains of Southwestern Arizona five 10 miles from the Colorado River.

Desert Bighorn Sheep - Ram