noun
- A wild sheep native to mountainous regions of southern Europe and western Asia, with curved horns and reddish-brown wool.
Usage: Also spelled 'mouflon'.; Often used in wildlife and zoological contexts.
Examples
- The moufflon is considered an ancestor of domestic sheep breeds.
- Moufflons were successfully introduced to several Mediterranean islands.
- Hunters in some regions pursue moufflon for sport and meat.
- The moufflon's curved horns are a distinctive feature of the species.
- Conservation efforts have helped protect moufflon populations in their native habitats.