West African Dwarf Sheep
The West African Dwarf sheep is a common breed from West Africa raised for meat. This hair sheep has hair wool and a hardy temperament. Ewes average 71 lbs, while rams reach around 99 lbs. Recognized as Extant, it is noted for Short-legged, trypanotolerant sheep popular in humid West African regions..
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West African Dwarf Sheep Facts Quick List
- Type: Hair
- Primary Use: Meat
- Rarity: Common
- Country of Origin: West Africa
- Wool Type: Hair
- Horn Status: Polled
- Average Ewe Weight: 32 kg / 71 lbs
- Average Ram Weight: 45 kg / 99 lbs
- Temperament: Hardy
- Breed Status: Extant
- Special Traits or Notes: Short-legged, trypanotolerant sheep popular in humid West African regions.
West African Dwarf Sheep Tips, Traits & Trivia
- Short-legged, trypanotolerant sheep popular in humid West African regions.
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