184 



Sheep 



information that O. dalal-lanue is probably identical with the present 

 race. 



Hiibits. — Although 1 have seen large herds ot ewes and young rams 

 of the Tibetan race of this species, I have only once come across a full- 

 grown ram, and mv notes on its habits must consequently be taken trom 

 the writings ot those who, like General A. Kinloch, have enjoyed more 

 favourable opportunities for observation. I can, however, confirm the 



Fr;. 35. — Head of young male Tibetan Argali. (From Darrali's &port in the 

 Highlanas of Ktishmir.) 



testimony of others as to the magnificent appearance and carriage of the 

 adult rams, and I can even now recall the sight ot the indi\'idual I beheld 

 standing on the top ot a low pass in the Changchenmo district ot Ladak. 

 In the latter country during the winter these sheep inhabit the lower and 

 more protected valleys, where snow does not accumulate to anv great 

 depth ; but with tlie aiivent of summer the old rams separate trom the 

 fiocks to resort to more secluded situations at higher levels. According 

 to General Kinloch, these sheep are very particular in their choice of 

 locality, resorting year after year to the same spots, and entirely 

 neglecting other hills which apparently possess similar advantages with 



