Its name is a not-so-subtle clue to the bighorn sheep's best-known feature. While female bighorn sheep also have horns, it is the males whose huge, curving horns won these mammals their name. In the fall, males use their horns to fight over the right to mate with females. Readers of this fun, informative book will learn how these battles take place along with other interesting facts about this classic North American animal. Series Review: American Animals"Vibrant photographs and informative text combine to create an entertaining and educational series. ... The bright illustrations are mostly photographs of the animals in their habitats, but relevant Native American artwork and b&w photographs are also included. ... The bright illustrations are mostly photographs of the animals in their habitats, but relevant Native American artwork and b&w photographs are also included."-Library Media Connection

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