Peribán Sheep
The Peribán sheep is a very rare breed from Mexico raised for meat. This hair sheep has hair wool and a agile temperament. Ewes average 97 lbs, while rams reach around 146 lbs. Recognized as Endangered, it is noted for Mexican hair sheep adapted to dry forest edges; raised for meat in subsistence systems..
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Peribán Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Hair
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Very Rare
- Country of Origin: Mexico
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Horned
- Average Ewe Weight: 44 kg / 97 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 66 kg / 146 lbs
- Temperament: Agile
- Breed Status: Endangered
- Special Traits or Notes: Mexican hair sheep adapted to dry forest edges; raised for meat in subsistence systems.
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- Mexican hair sheep adapted to dry forest edges; raised for meat in subsistence systems.
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