Matabele Sheep
The Matabele sheep is a rare breed from Zimbabwe raised for meat. This hair sheep has hair wool and a tough temperament. Ewes average 106 lbs, while rams reach around 154 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Hair breed raised by the Matabele people; adapted to dryland grazing..
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Matabele Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Hair
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Zimbabwe
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Polled
- Average Ewe Weight: 48 kg / 106 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 70 kg / 154 lbs
- Temperament: Tough
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Hair breed raised by the Matabele people; adapted to dryland grazing.
Matabele Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Hair breed raised by the Matabele people; adapted to dryland grazing.
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