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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