Shinjo Sheep
The Shinjo sheep is a rare breed from Japan raised for wool/meat. This wool sheep has fine wool and a gentle temperament. Ewes average 106 lbs, while rams reach around 159 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Modern finewool breed developed for fleece studies and low-input rural flocks in central Japan..
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Shinjo Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Wool
- Primary Use: Wool/Meat
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Japan
- Wool Type: Fine
- Horn Status: Polled
- Average Ewe Weight: 48 kg / 106 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 72 kg / 159 lbs
- Temperament: Gentle
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Modern finewool breed developed for fleece studies and low-input rural flocks in central Japan.
Shinjo Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Modern finewool breed developed for fleece studies and low-input rural flocks in central Japan.
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