The unicorn steinbock

The unicorn steinbock

On the SW ridge of Monte Lavara / Golz / Javor this old steinbock lives. Who knows how he lost his right horn, but it must be hard to maintain balance, climbing over these steep walls with only one horn. June 21st, 2008. Foto: Jasmina Pogačnik.
Vid Pogachnik
on Jun 26, 2008 3:25 am
Image Type(s): Wildlife
Image ID: 415664

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Andrej Mašera

Andrej Mašera - Jun 26, 2008 6:47 am - Voted 10/10

Very interesting photo

It seems likely, that he had lost his right horn during the fights preceding their mating activities. These fights are very wild and cruel, resulting frequently in the death of weaker participant.
Thanks for sharing, even for the other beautiful shots from Lavara.
Ciao, Andrej

Vid Pogachnik

Vid Pogachnik - Jun 26, 2008 7:35 am - Hasn't voted

Re: Very interesting photo

Yes, Andrej, also I thought about that scenario. I wrote a bit romantic story, just to make people do some reading. Thanks for visiting my Lavara page and for nice comments :)
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