Argali
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Argali
Ovis ammon
The Argali is a wild sheep with magnificent curved horns. It lives in the high mountains and is known for its impressive climbing skills and thick woolly coat.
Habitat: Mountain regions
Appearance
The Argali is a very large wild sheep with a sandy-brown to reddish-brown coat that often lightens in winter. Males are easily identified by their massive, spiraling, ridged horns that can curl into more than one full circle, making them distinct from other sheep species.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassMammaliaOrderArtiodactylaFamilyBovidaeGenusOvis
Category
MammalsRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Argali horns can grow to be over 6 feet long if straightened out!
Baby Argali can stand and follow their mothers just hours after being born!
Some Argali herds migrate up to 50 miles between summer and winter grazing areas!
Their thick skull can withstand incredible impacts from head-butting during fights!
Special abilities
Ability
Mountain Climber
Argali can expertly scale steep, rocky slopes because of their specialized hooves that provide excellent grip.
Ability
Super Sight
Argali has sharp eyesight that helps them spot predators from far away across open mountain terrain.
Ability
Horn Shield
Argali males use their huge, curled horns to spar with rivals and defend against threats like wolves.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 120-200 cm
- Weight
- 65-180 kg
- Lifespan
- 10-13 years
- Top Speed
- 60 km/h
- Litter Size
- 1-2
- Gestation
- 150-160 days
Diet & Feeding
These hardy mountain sheep munch on grasses, herbs, and other tough plants to get all their energy.
Primary Foods
- Grasses
- Sedges
- Herbs
- Lichens
- Leaves
Foraging Method
- Grazing
Ecological connections
eaten by
Snow Leopard
Panthera uncia
Argali are a primary prey species for snow leopards in high mountains.
eaten by
Grey Wolf
Canis lupus
Wolves hunt Argali, especially young or weak individuals, in their range.
depends on
Feather Grass
Stipa pennata
Argali graze on various steppe grasses, including feather grass, for sustenance.
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Furry
Furry describes animals possessing a dense covering of soft hair or fur.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Horned
Characterized by having one or more hard, permanent, pointed projections on the head.
Herbivorous
This trait characterizes organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of plant material.
Mountain
This habitat trait identifies species found in mountainous regions, characterized by high elevation, steep slopes, and varying climate zones.
Ancient Lineage
This trait signifies organisms belonging to a very old evolutionary group with ancestors dating back millions of years.
Longevous
This trait characterizes organisms with an exceptionally long lifespan compared to others of their kind.
Also known as
Marco Polo SheepMountain Sheep
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Argali?
120-200 cm
How much does Argali weigh?
65-180 kg
How long does Argali live?
10-13 years
How fast can Argali move?
60 km/h
What does Argali eat?
These hardy mountain sheep munch on grasses, herbs, and other tough plants to get all their energy.
Where is Argali usually found?
Mountain regions
How does Argali hunt?
Grazing
How many babies does Argali usually have?
1-2
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