Sheep Mountain, Alaska

by Lyl Dil Creations

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Sheep Mountain, Alaska

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Lyl Dil Creations

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Photograph - Photograph

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Sheep are often seen high up on these slopes. (elev. 6,300 feet). The color in the rock comes from the gypsum( a form of calcium sulfate) and small amounts of iron oxide. 'Current theories indicate Dall Sheep use licks each Spring to replenish depleted supplies of calcium and magnesium. In this area, the Dall sheep may be getting calcium by eating gypsum.

In the 1930's trapper Ed Ueeck, known as the man from Sheep Mountain, was concerned that the construction of the Glenn Hwy would lead to over hunting the area sheep. His efforts led to the designation of the Sheep Mountain Closed Area, where sheep hunting is illegal.

Photograph honored by features in the FAA/Pixels groups:

- Camera Art on March 13th, 2020
- Hodge Podge on January 26th, 2020
- Images That Excite - Now Photography and Digital Only on February 7th, 2020
- Just perfect on January 25th, 2020
- Trick And Treat Of Nature on October 26th, 2020
- ABC Group on January 2nd, 2023

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January 12th, 2020

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