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.
Italian Barbaresca Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Sicilian sheep related to North African breeds; well adapted to dry coastal grazing.
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