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Ossimi sheep

Place of Origin Egypt
Origin The Ossimi breed originated in the Ossim village in the Giza Governorate of Egypt and is the most popular among the Nile and Delta sheep breeds. It is thought to be expanding its range at the expense of other breeds.
Purpose Meat, Fiber
Characteristics The breed is adapted to variable conditions and is usually raised under intensive cropping conditions. They are a medium sized sheep, narrow, with a shallow body and long legs. They are multi-coloured, usually white with a brown head, neck, and legs. They produce coarse/carpet wool and have a fat tail. Rams are horned.
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