East Anatolian Red Sheep
The East Anatolian Red sheep is a rare breed from Turkey raised for meat. This fat-tailed sheep has coarse wool and a resilient temperament. Ewes average 115 lbs, while rams reach around 172 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Indigenous Turkish breed with red coloration and large tail fat storage..
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East Anatolian Red Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Fat-tailed
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Turkey
- Wool Type: Coarse
- Horn Status: Horned
- Average Ewe Weight: 52 kg / 115 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 78 kg / 172 lbs
- Temperament: Resilient
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Indigenous Turkish breed with red coloration and large tail fat storage.
East Anatolian Red Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Indigenous Turkish breed with red coloration and large tail fat storage.
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