Aoudad

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Aprire per credere: i nostri 7 giorni!
Aprire per credere: i nostri 7 giorni! http://tuttacronaca.wordpress.com/2013/11/25/aprire-per-credere-i-nostri-7-giorni/
Outstanding in the Field
https://flic.kr/p/FUPDEm | Outstanding in the Field | Barbary Sheep (Ammotragus lervia). Native to Northern Africa, it has been introduced into North America and Southern Europe. Also known as aoudad, waddan, arui, and arruis. Seen at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Conservation Status: Vulnerable
Arkive closure
The Barbary sheep has the distinction of being the only wild sheep species in Africa. In appearance, it is somewhat of an intermediate between a sheep and a goat. It is a stocky, heavily built animal, with short legs and a rather long face.
Aoudad
Aoudad. These are some tough looking dudes. Until you notice their little skirts swishing from side to side with EVERY STEP! God has a great sense of humor...
The (un)welcoming commitee!
Aoudad. by ucumari, via Flickr
Ole Crusty
The Barbary sheep (Ammotragus lervia) is a species of caprid (goat-antelope) native to rocky mountains in North Africa. Six subspecies have been described. Although it is rare in its native North Africa, it has been introduced to North America, southern Europe, and elsewhere. It is also known as aoudad, waddan, arui, and arruis. by brad iscoo
it was always a great site to see... aoudad ram. Texas
Aoudad Sheep (Ammotragus lervia) also known as Barbary Sheep, mother with nursing kid, vulnerable native to north Africa. ZSSD, MINDEN PICTURES, National Geographic