Southern Blackface Sheep
The Southern Blackface sheep is a uncommon breed from Scotland raised for meat. This hill sheep has coarse wool and a resilient temperament. Ewes average 110 lbs, while rams reach around 159 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Southern variant of Blackface sheep suited to milder uplands; good mothering ability..
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Southern Blackface Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Hill
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Uncommon
- Country of Origin: Scotland
- Wool Type: Coarse
- Horn Status: Horned
- Average Ewe Weight: 50 kg / 110 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 72 kg / 159 lbs
- Temperament: Resilient
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Southern variant of Blackface sheep suited to milder uplands; good mothering ability.
Southern Blackface Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Southern variant of Blackface sheep suited to milder uplands; good mothering ability.
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