Italian Barbaresca Sheep

The Italian Barbaresca sheep is a rare breed from Italy raised for meat. This fat-tailed sheep has coarse wool and a tough temperament. Ewes average 115 lbs, while rams reach around 172 lbs. Recognized as Endangered, it is noted for Sicilian sheep related to North African breeds; well adapted to dry coastal grazing..

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Italian Barbaresca Sheep Facts Quick List

• Type: Fat-tailed
• Primary Use: Meat
• Rarity: Rare
• Country of Origin: Italy
• Wool Type: Coarse
• Horn Status: Horned
• Average Ewe Weight: 52 kg / 115 lbs
• Average Ram Weight: 78 kg / 172 lbs
• Temperament: Tough
• Breed Status: Endangered
• Special Traits or Notes: Sicilian sheep related to North African breeds; well adapted to dry coastal grazing.

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• Sicilian sheep related to North African breeds; well adapted to dry coastal grazing.

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