Hackney Down Sheep

The Hackney Down sheep is a very rare breed from United Kingdom raised for meat. This meat sheep has medium wool and a calm temperament. Ewes average 128 lbs, while rams reach around 185 lbs. Recognized as Endangered, it is noted for Old British meat breed once common in southern England; now maintained by rare breed farms..

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Hackney Down Sheep Facts Quick List

• Type: Meat
• Primary Use: Meat
• Rarity: Very Rare
• Country of Origin: United Kingdom
• Wool Type: Medium
• Horn Status: Polled
• Average Ewe Weight: 58 kg / 128 lbs
• Average Ram Weight: 84 kg / 185 lbs
• Temperament: Calm
• Breed Status: Endangered
• Special Traits or Notes: Old British meat breed once common in southern England; now maintained by rare breed farms.

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• Old British meat breed once common in southern England; now maintained by rare breed farms.

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