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Marwari sheep
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Marwari sheep

Place of Origin India
Origin The name originates from the home tract of the breed: Marwad. Found in Jodhpur, Jalore, Nagaou, Peli and Barmer districts, extending up to Ajmer and Udaipur districts of Rajasthan and the Jeoria region of Gujarat. The breed is being improved through selection for fleece weight and carpet quality.
Purpose Meat, Fiber
Characteristics The breed resembles black-headed Persian sheep but is smaller in size and has good fleece.
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