Fremont County was home to the largest herd of Rocky Mountain bighorn sheep in the lower 48 states — an estimated 2,500 animals.

"The worst day of my career was flying over a guzzler in 2020 and seeing dead bighorn sheep. It was terrible, it was awful to see," Bennett explained. "It's our state animal.

Wildlife officials have hauled 122,000 gallons of water to support the animals since December, but say relocation is necessary to ensure long-term survival amid worsening climate conditions.

"The worst day of my career was flying over a guzzler in 2020 and seeing dead bighorn sheep. It was terrible, it was awful to see," Bennett explained. "It's our state animal.

From towering mountain ranges to wide-open savannas, the animal kingdom is home to some of the most extraordinary horned ...

$30,000 from the Wild Sheep Foundation. $10,000 from the Arizona Desert Bighorn Sheep Society. $5,000 from the Arizona Chapter of Safari Club International.