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Bighorn Sheep
Ovis canadensis
Rams clash for dominance in dramatic head-butting displays.
Best months
Sep · Oct
Autumn (September–October) offers the best chance to see rams butting heads in Glacier NP — always check the official park report for current locations.
Where to look
Glacier National Park, Many Glacier cliffsYellowstone National Park, Lamar Valley areaBighorn Canyon National Recreation Area, Afterbay area
Conservation status
Stable but locally sensitive to disease and habitat loss
Good to know
When is the best time to see bighorn sheep in Montana?
Fall (September–October) is prime for seeing rams butting heads during the rut, especially in Glacier National Park.
Where can I see rams butting heads in Montana?
The Many Glacier area of Glacier National Park is a famous spot, but also check Yellowstone's Lamar Valley and Bighorn Canyon NRA.
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