Sheep Flashcards
What is the origin of the Philippine Native Sheep?
Originated from Merino, imported during the Spanish Era
What colors are predominant in the Philippine Native Sheep?
White predominant color, brown and brown-white also common
Describe the male Philippine Native Sheep.
Generally horned & roman-nosed
Describe the female Philippine Native Sheep.
Generally polled, straight or roman-nosed, thin-tailed
What is the adult weight of the Philippine Native Sheep?
29.6 kg
What country is the Merino sheep breed from?
Spain
What type of sheep are Merino?
Wool sheep breed
How often do Merino sheep need to be shorn?
At least once a year
What is the Rambouillet breed known for?
Largest of fine wool breed
What color are Rambouillet sheep?
White
Are all Rambouillet ewes polled?
Yes, all ewes are polled
What is the origin of the Suffolk sheep breed?
Southern England
Describe the physical characteristics of Suffolk sheep.
Large, blocky, muscular body type; face, ears, legs are black
What is the Dorper breed a cross of?
Dorset Horn x Blackhead Persian sheep
What type of breed is the Dorper?
Fast-growing meat sheep
What is a characteristic of the Dorper sheep?
Black head, some have white head
Where did the Oxford breed originate?
South-Central England
What type of wool breed is the Oxford sheep?
Medium wool breed
What is a notable feature of the Barbados Blackbelly sheep?
Increased resistance to internal parasites
What is the hair coat type of the Barbados Blackbelly?
Medium to thick hair coat
What is the origin of the Border Leicester sheep?
England
What is the Lincoln sheep breed known for?
World’s largest breed of sheep
What is a unique feature of the Katahdin sheep?
Meat sheep that do not require shearing
What breed is known as the oldest breed of domesticated sheep?
Karakul
