Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and life cycle of the bighorn sheep. Includes photo diagram.

A comprehensive photographic work of the desrt bighorn sheep with over two hundred photographs depicting their circle of life.

From padded split hooves made to scale rocky terrain to reflective fur, bighorn sheep have what it takes to survive in the desert! These tough animals survive even the driest of desert days through their physiological and behavioral adaptations. Early readers will find easy-to-follow text, striking photos, and several special features in this title on bighorn sheep!

These heavy mammals carry up to 30-pound horns on their heads. Even the bones in their bodies do not weigh that much! Climb through the mountains with these agile animals in this informative title.

This unusual anthology demonstrates the range of possibilities in nature writing with contributions from Charles Bowden, Julian Hayden, Danny Lopez, Charles Sheldon, Ann Zwinger, and others". Essential reading for naturalists and conservationists. Highly recommended".--Library Journal.

Introduces bighorn sheep to beginning readers, including information about their young, eating habits, and behavior.