Sheko Sheep
The Sheko sheep is a rare breed from Ethiopia raised for meat/milk. This hair sheep has hair wool and a mild temperament. Ewes average 93 lbs, while rams reach around 143 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for African hair sheep used in home dairy and meat systems; managed communally in humid regions..
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Sheko Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Hair
- Primary Use: Meat/Milk
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Ethiopia
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Polled
- Average Ewe Weight: 42 kg / 93 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 65 kg / 143 lbs
- Temperament: Mild
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: African hair sheep used in home dairy and meat systems; managed communally in humid regions.
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- African hair sheep used in home dairy and meat systems; managed communally in humid regions.
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