Afghan Arabi
| Country of origin | Afghanistan |
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| Type | Fat-tailed sheep |
| Use | Meat |
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| Height |
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| Wool color | Grey or black |
| Face color | White |
| Horn status | Both sexes are polled (hornless) |
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Afghan Arabi is a breed of domesticated sheep found in Afghanistan. They are a member of the fat-rump breeds of sheep. The wool is carpet quality and the Afghan Arabi are raised for their meat.[1]
Characteristics
Both sexes are polled (hornless) and have long pendulous ears. Typically, this breed is grey or black with white displayed on the face.[1] The average height of mature ewes is 48 cm (19 in).[2]
References
- ^ a b "Afghan Arabi". Breeds of Livestock. Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Archived from the original on 2009-12-24. Retrieved 2009-05-12.
- ^ "Afghan Arabi/Afghanistan". Breed data sheet. Domestic Animal Diversity Information Service. Retrieved 2009-05-12.