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Gaddi sheep

Place of Origin India
Origin Gaddi is a breed of domesticated sheep found in India. They are one of eight different breeds of sheep found in the northern temperate area of India. The Gaddi is raised primarily for their wool.
Purpose Fiber
Characteristics The Gaddi ram is horned while the ewes are found horned only 10 - 15% of the time. The tail is small and thin. The breed is considered medium sized. The Gaddi ewe averages 56 cm (22 in) at the withers and weighs on average 26.5 kg (58 lb). Lambs at birth weigh 2.5 kg (5 lb) and there is no difference in average birth weight between rams or ewes.

Generally, the breed is uncoloured and white. Occasionally, the Gaddi can be found mixed tan, brown and black.
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