Masters of the Mountain
Three male ibex just passing, met along the south ridge of Mount Rocciamelone. About 3.300 meters altitude.
In the distance, the summit peaks of the Park Orsiera and the Monte Viso on the horizon.
The interesting thing about these wonderful animals, who are the real masters of the mountain, is that they aren't showing the slightest sign of trouble at the sight of man, if necessary they move just enough to let you pass, but they never run away, as instead female specimens generally do.
Excellent sign of awareness and control of the territory by these almost otherworldly creatures.
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©Roberto Bertero, All Rights Reserved. This image is not available for use on websites, blogs or other media without the explicit written permission of the photographer.
Masters of the Mountain
Three male ibex just passing, met along the south ridge of Mount Rocciamelone. About 3.300 meters altitude.
In the distance, the summit peaks of the Park Orsiera and the Monte Viso on the horizon.
The interesting thing about these wonderful animals, who are the real masters of the mountain, is that they aren't showing the slightest sign of trouble at the sight of man, if necessary they move just enough to let you pass, but they never run away, as instead female specimens generally do.
Excellent sign of awareness and control of the territory by these almost otherworldly creatures.
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©Roberto Bertero, All Rights Reserved. This image is not available for use on websites, blogs or other media without the explicit written permission of the photographer.