Snow Sheep

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Mammalia (Säugetiere)

Order

Artiodactyla (Paarhufer)

Family

Bovidae (Bovids)

Genus

Ovis

Species

Ovis nivicola (Snow Sheep)

Names in Other Languages

Russian Chubuk

Similar Species in Ovis

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Dickhornschaf

Ovis canadensis

Least Concern

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Mufflon

Ovis aries

Not Evaluated

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argali

Ovis ammon

Not Evaluated

Dall's sheep

Ovis dalli

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Snow Sheep?

The scientific name of Snow Sheep is Ovis nivicola. It belongs to the genus Ovis.

What is the conservation status of Snow Sheep?

Snow Sheep (Ovis nivicola) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Snow Sheep belong to?

Snow Sheep (Ovis nivicola) belongs to the genus Ovis, which is part of the taxonomic family Bovidae.

Is Snow Sheep endangered?

No, Snow Sheep (Ovis nivicola) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Snow Sheep belong to?

Snow Sheep (Ovis nivicola) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Snow Sheep?

The closest relatives of Snow Sheep in the genus Ovis include Dickhornschaf, Mufflon, argali, Dall's sheep.