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New MexicoBighorn Sheep

NM Bighorn Sheep Unit 22

Total Acres
251,341
Public Land
71%
Wilderness
42%
Elevation
4,467–10,867 ft

Season Dates

YearWeaponDatesTag TypeSex
2026Rifle (Bhs-1-201) — Bhs-1-201Jan 1, 2027Jan 31, 2027male

Trophy Data

B&C Entries
11
Avg Score
183.3
Top Score
197.1
Recent (5yr)
2

AI Scout Analysis

# NM 22 Tactical Analysis **Terrain & Hunting Conditions** Unit 22 spans rugged mountain terrain (4,500–10,900 ft) with 71% public land and 42% wilderness, offering significant wild habitat mixed with accessible ridges and drainages. January rut season provides concentrated opportunity during peak movement. **Herd Quality** Trophy data indicates strong bighorn genetics in the region—recent record-book entries (197.1 and 186.2 in 2023) suggest the herd carries quality genetics, though these are...

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Tag Quotas & Applicant Volume

YearWeaponResidencyApplicantsTags issued
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2023Rifle (Bhs-1-201)resident7,39519
2023Rifle (Bhs-1-201)nonresident2,2341
2023Rifle (Bhs-1-201)outfitter2,7372

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Harvest Data

YearWeaponHuntersHarvestSuccess
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2022Rifle (Bhs-1-201)282592.0%