Owara Sheep

The Owara sheep is a very rare breed from Niger raised for meat. This hair sheep has hair wool and a wiry temperament. Ewes average 101 lbs, while rams reach around 150 lbs. Recognized as Endangered, it is noted for Sahelian hair sheep adapted to arid pastoral systems; used for traditional meat production..

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Owara Sheep Facts Quick List

• Type: Hair
• Primary Use: Meat
• Rarity: Very Rare
• Country of Origin: Niger
• Wool Type: Hair
• Horn Status: Horned
• Average Ewe Weight: 46 kg / 101 lbs
• Average Ram Weight: 68 kg / 150 lbs
• Temperament: Wiry
• Breed Status: Endangered
• Special Traits or Notes: Sahelian hair sheep adapted to arid pastoral systems; used for traditional meat production.

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• Sahelian hair sheep adapted to arid pastoral systems; used for traditional meat production.

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