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ArizonaBighorn Sheep

AZ Bighorn Sheep Unit 42

Total Acres
951,843
Public Land
68%
Elevation
1,022–4,073 ft

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
57
Avg Score
174.9
Top Score
188.2
Recent (5yr)
5

Herd Data

Buck : Doe

40per 100

2025 Survey

Fawn : Doe

47per 100

2025 Survey

AI Scout Analysis

# AZ Unit 42 – Desert Bighorn Sheep ## Terrain & Habitat Unit 42 spans 951,843 acres across a dramatic elevation range (1,022–4,073 ft) with 68% public land, offering diverse desert and mountainous terrain. This scale provides access to multiple sheep populations, though much of the lower elevation is private. The unit typically includes rugged canyon country and broken ridgelines favoring sheep habitat. ## Herd Quality Wildlife survey data shows a **42:100 buck:doe ratio** — well above average...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
4 recent records available — Sign up to see current data
2023Rifle Ram #6038nonresident1701
2023Rifle Ram #6038resident3982

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2023#603822100.0%