Pelibüey (sheep)

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Pelibüey sheep at a sheepdog trial
Pelibüey sheep at a sheepdog trial

The Pelibüey is a breed of domestic sheep native to the Caribbean, Mexico, South America. The Pelibüey is a breed of hair sheep, meaning they do not generally grow wool. This adaptation makes them especially useful for tropical environments where heavily-wooled sheep do not thrive. The breed is thought to originate in Africa, specifically from the West African Dwarf sheep.[1]

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  1. ^ Pelibüey. Breeds of Livestock. Oklahoma State University Dept. of Animal Science.

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