There are numerous challenges facing bighorn sheep in the state from increased recreation, loss of habitat. But by and far, the greatest risk is these respiratory pathogens from domestic sheep.

Historical reports indicate there were thousands of bighorn sheep in the canyons and mountains surrounding Hells Canyon.

Wildlife officials are asking hikers to refrain from bringing domestic sheep or goats into bighorn sheep habitat in the Catalina Mountains because the domestic animals can transmit diseases such ...

Domestic sheep can carry a pathogen that’s highly ... Lambs often don’t survive long, which can affect reproduction rates. “That goes on for a long time, so you not only lose a good portion ...

Keep domestic and wild sheep separate, wildlife experts postulated ... these animals is a critical determinant of their survival, reproduction, and overall population dynamics,” a study ...

MISSOULA, Mont. — The Montana State University Extension will hold several free, public meetings in May to discuss the Wild and Domestic Sheep Comingling Project. According to a press release ...