National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
barbary sheep, uaddan, aoudad
Regions
MexicoCroatiaEgypt
Population
5,000
Habitat
arid, rocky mountainous regions and steep cliffs
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
40–145 kg (88–320 lb... and 10–15 years in the wild
Regions
Mexico, Croatia, Egypt, Italy, Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, Mauritius, New Mexico, United States, Niger, Texas, United States, Spain, Tunisia, Morocco, Algeria, United States of America, United States, Libya
The Barbary Sheep (Ammotragus lervia), also known as the Aoudad or Waddan, is a vulnerable species found in the arid regions of North Africa. The estimated remaining population is around 5,000 and decreasing, but it faces threats such as habitat loss, competition with livestock, and hunting. Conservation efforts involve protected areas, community-based conservation initiatives, and measures to control hunting to ensure the survival of this unique and culturally significant wild sheep species.
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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