NV Bighorn Sheep Unit 263
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rifle | Nov 20, 2026 — Jan 1, 2027 | — | — |
Trophy Data
AI Scout Analysis
# NV 263 — Desert Bighorn Sheep ## Terrain & Conditions Unit 263 spans 650k acres with wide elevation variation (1,638–6,985 ft) and strong public land access (77%). This large, diverse landscape supports desert bighorn in rugged, rocky terrain typical of southern Nevada mountain ranges. Forum reports note good forage and water retention in recent years, reducing seasonal movement pressure. ## Herd Quality & Trends No wildlife survey data (bull:ram ratios or population estimates) are available...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Rifle (1-Horn Ram) | resident | 356 | 3 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Any Ram) | resident | 1,160 | 5 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Any Ram) | nonresident | 3,990 | 1 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 2023 | Rifle (Any Ram) | 5 | 5 | 100.0% |
| 2023 | Rifle (Any Ram) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% |