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Bentheimer Landschaf
Breed of sheep From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Bentheimer Landschaf (also known as Landrace of Bentheim) is a breed of domesticated sheep found in Germany. This breed is a cross between German and Dutch heath sheep and a marsh sheep. It is primarily used for landscape preservation.[1]
Characteristics
The Bentheimer Landschaf displays white and has black around the eyes, ears and legs.[2] The fleece weighs 3 to 4 kg (6.6 to 8.8 lb) with a fiber diameter of 34 to 40 micrometres.[1]
Ewes weigh on average 60 kg (130 lb) and grow to 67 cm (26 in) at the withers at maturity.[2]
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