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Breeds of Sheep
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2. Originated in Scotland
Resistant to cold, windy conditions
White, wool free faces
Long wool type
Wool has a helical crimp
Tend to be resistant to worms and footrot

3. Developed by the US Department of Ag
Developed to thrive on Western ranges
Produce medium wool and large amounts of meat

4. Developed in New Zealand & Australia
Dual purpose breed
Produces bulky, high density wool
Most popular breed in South America

5. Originated in Europe
Medium-sized breed with high quality, white wool
Most popular white-faced breed in the United States
Horned and polled varieties exist

6. Originated in Hampshire, England
Black face and legs
Mild demeanor
Unbroken wool cap should extend from the neck over the forehead

7. Originated in England
Two, four, or six horns
Black and white fleece
Fleece is highly sought after
Unimproved breed

8. Originated in England
The largest breed of sheep
Long-wooled breed
White faces
Pronounced forelock between the ears

9. Originated in Australia
Primarily a wool breed
White-faced
Most popular breed in Australia
High quality wool used in the textile industry

10. Originated in England
Second largest sheep breed
Meat-type breed
Tends to forage for its own food
White with black ears and bridge of nose

11. Originated in Spain
Shipped to France in 1801
White in color

12. Developed in England
Well suited to farm flock production
Gray face with white body
Adapted to wet conditions

13. Originated in England
Most popular breed in the US today
Produce large amounts of meat
White with black faces and legs