NM Bighorn Sheep Unit 26
Season Dates
| Year | Weapon | Dates | Tag Type | Sex |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Rifle (Bhs-1-204) — Bhs-1-204 | Sep 15, 2026 — Oct 15, 2026 | — | male |
Trophy Data
AI Scout Analysis
# NM 26 Tactical Analysis: Desert Bighorn Sheep **Terrain & Hunting Conditions** NM 26 spans 1.5 million acres across a rugged elevation range (4,100–8,500 ft), with 54% public land access. The desert bighorn population occupies remote, water-dependent terrain where glassing and persistence matter more than hiking distance. Water sources (natural springs, guzzlers, windmills) are critical scouting focal points. **Herd Quality** Trophy record data from Hidalgo County (87% unit overlap) shows...
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| Year | Weapon | Residency | Applicants | Tags issued |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 recent records available — Sign up to see current data | ||||
| 2023 | Rifle (Bhs-1-204) | resident | 6,662 | 24 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Bhs-1-204) | nonresident | 2,219 | 2 |
| 2023 | Rifle (Bhs-1-204) | outfitter | 2,765 | 3 |
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| Year | Weapon | Hunters | Harvest | Success |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 recent records available — Sign up to see current harvest data | ||||
| 2022 | Rifle (Bhs-1-204) | 26 | 26 | 100.0% |