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.

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• Hair breed raised by the Matabele people; adapted to dryland grazing.

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