Bighorn Sheep Behavior and Anatomy

Casey Anderson, a wildlife filmmaker, explores the behavior of bighorn sheep in Montana. He explains the sounds of head-butting rams, their anatomy, and the significance of their horns. The video also covers the Fleming behavior used by rams to detect estrus in females. The headbutting serves as a way to establish dominance and pass on strong genes to the next generation. The video highlights the iconic status of these animals in Montana.

What profession does Casey Anderson have?

• Botanist

• Astronomer

• Marine Biologist

• Wildlife Filmmaker

Where does Casey Anderson call home?

• California

• Montana

• New York

• Texas

What initially sounded like a gunshot to Casey?

• A thunderstorm

• A rockslide

• Rams clashing heads

• A tree falling

What is the primary purpose of the bighorn sheep's head and neck design?

• To attract mates

• To engage in battles

• To help them swim

• To store food

How much can the horns of a mature ram weigh?

• 40 pounds

• 10 pounds

• 20 pounds

• 30 pounds

What is the significance of the bighorn sheep's thick skull?

• It helps them swim

• It acts as a shock absorber

• It helps them fly

• It makes them faster

What behavior do rams exhibit to check if a ewe is in estrus?

• Singing

• Roaring

• Fleming

• Dancing

What organ do rams use to detect if a ewe is in estrus?

• Heart

• Lungs

• Jacobson's organ

• Liver

What is the final act that determines the dominant ram?

• A race

• A dance

• A head-on collision

• A vocal contest

What is the main reason for the rams' head-butting behavior?

• To establish dominance

• To find food

• To communicate with humans

• To build shelters