Baluchi sheep
| Other names | Baluchi dumda, Mengali, Taraki, Shinwari, Araghi, Farahani, Kermani, Khorasani, Khurasani, Naeini, Neini, Yazdi |
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| Country of origin | Pakistan, Iran, Afghanistan |
| Use | Wool |
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| Weight | Female: 35 kg (77 lb) |
| Wool color | Black, white |
| Face color | Black |
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The Baluchi (also known as Baluchi dumda, Mengali, Taraki, Shinwari, Araghi, Farahani, Kermani, Khorasani, Khurasani, Naeini, Neini, Yazdi) is a domesticated breed of sheep originating from now southwest Pakistan, eastern Iran and southern Afghanistan. It is a member of the fat-tailed breed.[1] The Baluchi is raised primarily for wool.[2]
Characteristics
This breed is well adapted to arid, subtropical areas in eastern Iran.[1] They are good foragers.[2]
The Baluchi displays black and white with black marks on the head and legs. Ewes weigh 35 kg (77 lb) on average at maturity, lactate for approximately 120 to 130 days and provide 35 to 40 kg (77 to 88 lb) of milk during this period.[2]
References
- 1 2 "Baluchi". Breeds of Livestock. Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Retrieved 2009-05-14.
- 1 2 3 "Baluchi/Afghanistan". Breed data sheet. Domestic Animal Diversity Information System. Retrieved 2009-05-14.
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