Afghan Arabi

Afghan Arabi
Country of originAfghanistan
TypeFat-tailed sheep
UseMeat
Traits
Height
  • Female:
    48 cm (19 in)
Wool colorGrey or black
Face colorWhite
Horn statusBoth sexes are polled (hornless)

Afghan Arabi is a breed of domesticated sheep found in Afghanistan. They are a member of the fat-rump breeds of sheep. The wool is carpet quality and the Afghan Arabi are raised for their meat.[1]

Characteristics

Both sexes are polled (hornless) and have long pendulous ears. Typically, this breed is grey or black with white displayed on the face.[1] The average height of mature ewes is 48 cm (19 in).[2]

References

  1. ^ a b "Afghan Arabi". Breeds of Livestock. Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Archived from the original on 2009-12-24. Retrieved 2009-05-12.
  2. ^ "Afghan Arabi/Afghanistan". Breed data sheet. Domestic Animal Diversity Information Service. Retrieved 2009-05-12.
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