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.
Hackney Down Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Old British meat breed once common in southern England; now maintained by rare breed farms.
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