The Urial (Ovis orientalis vignei group) is a subpecies group of the wil sheep Ovis orientalis. Populations of Ovis orientalis can be partitioned into the Mouflons (orientalis group) and Urials or Arkars (vignei group)]]:. The Urial is also known as Shapo or Arkhar. Noticeable features are the reddish-brown long fur that will fade during the winter. Males are characterized by a black ruff stretching from the neck to the chest and significantly larger horns. It occurs in western central Asia.