Mehraban (sheep)

These sheep originated in the western province Hamadan, in Iran where it is the predominant breed. It is raised primarily for meat production. There is approximately 3 million head.

Multiple births, fertility and survival rate from birth to weaning is high. The wool is a light brown carpet wool quality which was favored in Persian carpets.[1]

References

  1. ↑ "Mehraban". Breeds of Livestock. Oklahoma State University, Dept. of Animal Science. Retrieved 2009-04-21.
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