Turkana Fat-tailed Sheep
The Turkana Fat-tailed sheep is a rare breed from Kenya raised for meat. This fat-tailed sheep has hair wool and a tough temperament. Ewes average 101 lbs, while rams reach around 150 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for East African pastoral sheep with high heat resistance; integral to nomadic communities in Turkana region..
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Turkana Fat-tailed Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Fat-tailed
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Rare
- Country of Origin: Kenya
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Polled
- Average Ewe Weight: 46 kg / 101 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 68 kg / 150 lbs
- Temperament: Tough
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: East African pastoral sheep with high heat resistance; integral to nomadic communities in Turkana region.
Turkana Fat-tailed Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- East African pastoral sheep with high heat resistance; integral to nomadic communities in Turkana region.
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