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Southeastern Spanish Ibex (Capra pyrenaica hispanica) young male approaching adult female, testing scent during rut
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Southeastern Spanish Ibex (Capra pyrenaica hispanica) young male approaching adult female, testing scent during rut
Southeastern Spanish Ibex (Capra pyrenaica hispanica) young male approaching adult female, testing scent during rut, Castellon, Spain, November
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Love is in the air! This young male Ibex knows that when it comes to wooing a lady, you've got to put your nose to the test. With autumn leaves falling around them, this curious Casanova approaches an adult female Ibex, eager to sniff out her scent during rutting season. In the picturesque mountains of Castellon, Spain, these Southeastern Spanish Ibex roam freely, showcasing their natural instincts and beauty. The young European male demonstrates his maturity by engaging in this age-old ritual of testing scents and tastes. As he sniffs and tastes the air with gusto, our juvenile Romeo hopes that his efforts will win over the heart of his potential mate. It's a scene straight out of a wildlife romance novel! These endemic creatures are no ordinary goats; they are majestic symbols of Iberian uplands and ruminant heritage. Their subspecies thrives in montane regions like these mountains in Spain. So next time you're looking for love advice or just want some entertainment from nature's own reality show, take a cue from our adventurous Ibex friends - sometimes all it takes is a good sniff and taste!
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