My encounter with a young male Pronghorn began with disappointment. He was far away on the top of the hill. The decision to drive around the hill in the hope of getting closer to the young animal turned out to be surprisingly successful.
I think this Pronghorn was about 3 to 5 years old, his horns were more developed and thick with two horns.
Male pronghorns can face some risks when they are alone, especially when it comes to predators like coyotes, but they are capable of defending themselves.
Pronghorns are incredibly fast, capable of reaching speeds up to 55 miles per hour (88 km/h), making them one of the fastest land mammals in North America.
A lone male pronghorn, just like a group, can usually outrun a coyote, which is why they are less likely to be caught in a direct chase.
Seeing a male Pronghorn alone is not uncommon. Outside of the breeding season, male pronghorns tend to be more solitary. They typically separate from groups of females and juveniles.
Males prefer solitude during times when they are not competing for mates or protecting a group.
Generally, life is good.
Bellas fotografías del berrendo joven. Lo que me ha sorprendido en el dibujo de su pelaje. Y como siempre tus explicaciones son espléndidas.
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