Jezira Sheep
The Jezira sheep is a rare breed from Iraq raised for meat. This fat-tailed sheep has hair wool and a resilient temperament. Ewes average 119 lbs, while rams reach around 176 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Desert-adapted Iraqi sheep valued for meat and tail fat in traditional diets..
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Jezira Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Fat-tailed
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Iraq
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Horned
- Average Ewe Weight: 54 kg / 119 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 80 kg / 176 lbs
- Temperament: Resilient
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Desert-adapted Iraqi sheep valued for meat and tail fat in traditional diets.
Jezira Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Desert-adapted Iraqi sheep valued for meat and tail fat in traditional diets.
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