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Balkhi Country of origin Afghanistan, North-west Pakistan Use Meat Weight
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Wool color black, tan or grey Horn status Both sexes are horned
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The Balkhi is a domesticated breed of sheep found in Afghanistan and North-western Pakistan . This breed is of the fat-tailed mutton type.[1] wool , it is primarily raised for meat .[2]
Characteristics
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The Balkhi displays black, tan or grey. They yield approximately 2 kg (4.4 lb ) of coarse wool with an average 43.5 micrometre diameter. This breed has a low fiber density.[1]
The ears are somewhat long, the body is muscular and compact. The tail is fat and tucked.[1] [2]
On average at maturity, rams weigh 70 kg (150 lb ) and ewes 70 kg (150 lb ). Rams grow to approximately 87 cm (34 in ) and ewes 74 cm (29 in ) at the withers. Ewes lactate for about 105 days and produce 60 kg (130 lb ) of milk on average during this period. At birth, rams weigh 5.2 kg (11 lb ) and ewes weigh 3.8 kg (8.4 lb ).[2]
References
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"Balkhi/Pakistan" . Breed data sheet . Domestic Animal Diversity Information System. Retrieved 2009-05-15 .
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